BAK-12 installation strengthens Slovak partnership
U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Bartlett, 435th Air Ground Operation Wing commander, right, speaks with Martin Vojtašovič, Ministry of Defence of the Slovak Republic state secretary following a handover ceremony at Malacky Air Base, Slovakia, July 10, 2024. During the ceremony, Bartlett reflected on his appreciation for the U.S. and Slovak friendship and the nations shared commitment to peace and security around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eve Daugherty)