Ambassador to Türkiye, is greeted by 39th Air Base Wing leadership and embassy personnel during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador to Türkiye, is greeted by 39th Air Base Wing leadership and embassy personnel during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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Ambassador Thomas Barrack, left, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is escorted by U.S. Air Force Col. Mike Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, left, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is escorted by U.S. Air Force Col. Mike Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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  • Ambassador to Türkiye, is greeted by 39th Air Base Wing leadership and embassy personnel during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

    U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

    Ambassador to Türkiye, is greeted by 39th Air Base Wing leadership and embassy personnel during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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  • Ambassador Thomas Barrack, left, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is escorted by U.S. Air Force Col. Mike Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

    U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

    Ambassador Thomas Barrack, left, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is escorted by U.S. Air Force Col. Mike Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

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INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Türkiye --  

U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, Thomas Barrack, visited Incirlik Air Base for the first time, July 1, 2025, meeting with leaders, service members, and civilians from the 39th Air Base Wing.

During his visit, Ambassador Barrack received a mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their outstanding support to the U.S. Mission in Türkiye. He emphasized the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability.

As the senior U.S. diplomat in Türkiye, Ambassador Barrack underscored the importance of strong coordination between defense and diplomatic efforts across the region.

The 39th ABW, hosted by the Turkish Air Force’s 10th Main Jet Base Command, continues to deliver ready, reliable, and responsive support to U.S. and NATO operations.

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, right, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is greeted by a 10th Main Jet Base Command senior leader during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, right, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is greeted by a 10th Main Jet Base Command senior leader during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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Ambassador Thomas Barrack, left, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, signs the 10th Main Jet Base Command visitor honor book during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, left, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, signs the 10th Main Jet Base Command visitor honor book during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, shakes hands with Turkish Air Force Brig. Gen. Kemal Gulec, 10th Main Jet Base Command commander, after a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, shakes hands with Turkish Air Force Brig. Gen. Kemal Gulec, 10th Main Jet Base Command commander, after a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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U.S. Army Col. Scott Maxwell, right, U.S. Army attache to Türkiye, briefs Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

U.S. Army Col. Scott Maxwell, right, U.S. Army attache to Türkiye, briefs Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is briefed by U.S. Air Force Col. Albert Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is briefed by U.S. Air Force Col. Albert Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is briefed by U.S. Air Force Col. Mike Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, is briefed by U.S. Air Force Col. Mike Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Matthew Powell, chief of protocol assigned to the 39th Air Base Wing, speaks to Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Matthew Powell, chief of protocol assigned to the 39th Air Base Wing, speaks to Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, meets U.S. Airmen assigned to the 39th Air Base Wing during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, meets U.S. Airmen assigned to the 39th Air Base Wing during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, speaks to Col. Craig Rhyne, 39th Medical Group commander, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)

U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

Ambassador Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, speaks to Col. Craig Rhyne, 39th Medical Group commander, during a distinguished visitor tour at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, July 1, 2025. On his first visit to Incirlik Air Base, Barrack received a wing mission brief, toured key areas of the installation, and recognized U.S. personnel for their support to the mission, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between U.S. and Turkish counterparts in advancing regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Koby I. Saunders)
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