Jeffry L. Flake, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, and 39th Air Base Wing personnel gather after a recognition ceremony Dec. 12, 2023, at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye. Ambassador Flake visited Incirlik AB to thank and recognize Airmen who demonstrated exceptional performance and responsiveness in support of the U.S. Mission to Türkiye, a key NATO ally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring certificate information)