U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Brian Denaro, U.S. Space Forces - Indo-Pacific commander, presents the legion of merit to Col. Ryan Laughton, outgoing commander of U.S. Space Forces - Japan, during the U.S. Space Forces - Japan change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2026. This event marked a historic milestone as the first transfer of leadership for the recently established component, highlighting the growing integration of bilateral space operations in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Carissa McSwain)
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