An Ivorian Soldier plays the bugle welcoming the arrival of Col.Maj. Lopoua Tibe Bi, Ivorian Special Operations commander, at Opening Ceremony-Côte d’Ivoire during Flintlock near Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, March 7, 2023. Flintlock is U.S. Africa Command’s premier and largest annual special operations exercise that strengthens key partner nations throughout Africa, in partnership with other international special operations forces. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Ashlind House)
By Sgt. Ashlind House, Special Operations Command AfricAbidjan, Côte D'IvoireMar 16, 2023