Marine Corps Lt. Col. Paul Teachey, Black Sea Rotational Force Commander, speaks before presenting the Bulgarian forces of Exercise Platinum Lion a gift to show appreciation for their hosting of the exercise, during the closing ceremony. Platinum Lion allows Marines in Europe to train alongside eight other partner nations in the Black Sea, Balkan, and Caucasus regions to enhance collective professional military capabilities and promote regional stability.

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