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Central Command (CENTCOM) is a combatant command working with national and international partners to promote development and cooperation among nations, respond to crises, and deter or defeat state and transnational aggression in order to establish regional security and stability. Our area of responsibility includes 20 countries in the Middle East and Central and South Asia.
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📸: Guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) transits the Mediterranean Sea alongside USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Jan. 24, while operating under U.S. 5th Fleet as part of the U.S. Central Command-led exercise Juniper Oak 23.2, a bilateral exercise between the 🇺🇸 and 🇮🇱.
is an exercise with Israel Defense Forces to help promote stability and security in the
USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) supports an exercise with Israel Defense Forces
Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve - عملية العزم الصلب continues to support the Iraqi Security Forces with coordinated patrols
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Juniper Oak 23-2 is a bilateral military exercise designed to enhance interoperability between the U.S. and Israel militaries. The “Juniper” series of events are designed to test collective U.S.-Israeli readiness and improve the interoperability of defense systems. These exercises offer prime opportunities for USCENTCOM and the IDF to partner and innovate together, solidifying the strategic relationship between the U.S. and Israel while contributing to regional stability.
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Today, CENTCOM and the Israel Defense Forces begin Juniper Oak 23.2, a large-scale exercise in Israel and the Eastern Mediterranean Sea.
United States Air Force fighter pilot in a cockpit OR first Airman to go into a cryogenic sleep pod for 500 years?
Answer is... pilot flying over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in order to deliver , fortify U.S. commitment to our partner nations, and provide stability within the region.
The other option would have been cool though...
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378th Air Expeditionary Wing
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Task Force Spartan demonstrates how providing deployable fire support delivers mission success
📸: U.S. Marines from Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team Central Command and members of the Bahrain Defence Force participate in a live fire drill during , Jan. 16. Neon Defender is an annual exercise between 🇺🇸 NAVCENT & 🇧🇭.
Jan. 20, 2023
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Multiple Drone Attack on Coalition Outpost in Syria
TAMPA, Fla. – This morning, three one-way attack drones attacked the At Tanf Garrison in Syria. Two of the drones were shot down by Coalition Forces while one struck the compound, injuring two members of the Syrian Free Army partner force who received medical treatment. No US forces were injured.
“Attacks of this kind are unacceptable – they place our troops and our partners at risk and jeopardize the fight against ISIS,” said Joe Buccino CENTCOM spokesperson.
CENTCOM Conducts a Partnered D-ISIS Operation with the Syrian Democratic Forces
Jan. 19, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla. – U.S. Central Command forces partnered with Syrian Democratic Forces to conduct a partnered helicopter assault in eastern Syria on Jan. 18 capturing an ISIS Syrian provincial media and security operative. The individual was involved in the planning and facilitation of ISIS operations in and outside of the region as well as global recruiting efforts.
Extensive planning went into this operation to ensure its successful ex*****on. Initial assessments indicate no civilians were killed or injured.
“This operation reaffirms CENTCOM’s steadfast commitment to the region and the enduring defeat of ISIS,” said Col. Joe Buccino, CENTCOM spokesperson. “The capture of this ISIS operative will disrupt the terrorist organization’s ability to further plot and carry out global attacks threatening U.S. citizens, our partners and innocent civilians.
“ISIS continues to represent a threat to the U.S. and partners in the region. CENTCOM maintains a sufficient and sustainable presence in the region and will continue to counter threats against regional security.”
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Royal Saudi Navy Transfers Command of Middle East Task Force to UK Royal Navy
MANAMA, Bahrain – During an indoor ceremony at the U.S. Navy base in Bahrain, Jan. 18, United Kingdom’s Royal Navy assumed command of a multinational task force led by the Royal Saudi Naval Forces …
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CENTCOM Commander Lauds Iraq’s Repatriation of al-Hol Residents
TAMPA, Fla. – On Jan. 14, 142 Iraqi families comprising 580 people formerly residing at the al-Hol camp for displaced persons in northeast Syria were escorted by Iraqi officials to the Jeddah-1rehabilitation center. This is part of an ongoing Iraqi government and international effort to repatriate, rehabilitate and reintegrate more than 25,000 Iraqi al-Hol residents.
“We commend the Iraqi government for its constructive and courageous role in this past week’s repatriation operation,” said Gen. Michael “Erik” Kurilla, CENTCOM commander. “Along with our partners in the Syrian Democratic Forces, we will pursue similar opportunities to reduce the population at the al-Hol camp, thus averting ISIS efforts to exploit conditions at the camp.
“The al-Hol camp has long served as a flashpoint of human suffering and a recruiting opportunity for ISIS. That is why repatriation, rehabilitation and reintegration of these residents is so critical for Iraq, for the region and for the enduring defeat of ISIS.”
https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PRESS-RELEASES/Press-Release-View/Article/3270361/centcom-commander-lauds-iraqs-repatriation-of-al-hol-residents/
Military personnel from the United States and the Kingdom of Bahrain began a 10-day naval exercise Jan. 15 in and off the coast of Bahrain.
Exercise Neon Defender is an annual bilateral training event that enhances collaboration and interoperability among the Bahrain Defence Force, Ministry of Interior and U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT). NAVCENT is headquartered in Manama, Bahrain. U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet
Military personnel from the United States and the Kingdom of Bahrain began a 10-day naval exercise Jan. 15 in and off the coast of Bahrain.
Recently, the Syrian Democratic Forces and the conducted an operation that captured and detained over 170 operatives and hundreds of . Our continue the fight to , providing safety and stability in NE and the .
continue training in their mission in Iraq
🇳🇴 Soldiers, assigned to Telemark Mechanized Infantry Battalion, Task Force Viking, supporting CJTF-OIR, conducted operational rehearsals at al-Asad Air Base, Iraq, to maintain crew proficiency and readiness. Exercises like this further our efforts to our 🇮🇶 partners in the pursuit of a stable and secure Iraq.
أجرى مؤخرًا الجنود النرويجيون في كتيبة المشاة الآلية، قوة المهام فايكنغ، المنسبون لدعم قوة المهام المشتركة - عملية العزم الصلب تدريبات تشغيلية في قاعدة الأسد الجوية في العراق للحفاظ على كفاءة الطاقم وجاهزيته. تساعد هذه التدريبات على تعزيز جهودنا لتقديم لشركائنا العراقيين في السعي لتحقيق عراق مستقر وآمن.
Mortar Gunnery training with U.S. Army Central
CENTCOM Commander Praises Outgoing IDF Chief, Welcomes New Leadership
Jan. 16, 2023
Release Number 20230116-01
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Tampa, Fla. - Today General Michael “Erik” Kurilla, CENTCOM commander, congratulated Lieutenant General Aviv Kohavi, as he relinquished his position as 22nd Chief of General Staff of the Israeli Defense Force (IDF). Kurilla lauded Kohavi on an incredibly successful four-year command and a remarkable 40-year career of service to the IDF. “General Kohavi expanded, deepened, and advanced the relations between our militaries and fostered new partnerships in the region,” Kurilla said. “In these efforts Aviv bolstered security and stability across the region.”
Under General Kohavi’s leadership, Israel realigned from U.S. European Command to U.S. Central Command in 2021.
General Kurilla also welcomed Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, the new IDF Chief of General Staff, on his appointment. “I look forward to continuing to strengthen the partnership between our militaries and with forces throughout the region alongside General Halevi. He has a long and distinguished career as a warfighter leading the IDF’s most elite units. I am confident he will strengthen the relationship between our militaries and continue efforts on behalf of the region.”
Tampa, Fla. - Today General Michael “Erik” Kurilla, CENTCOM commander, congratulated Lieutenant General Aviv Kohavi, as he relinquished his position as 22nd Chief of General Staff of the Israeli
Today, 🇬🇧 Royal Navy Commodore Adrian Fryer handed over duties as deputy commander of the world’s largest multinational maritime partnership to 🇬🇧 Commodore Philip Dennis at CMF’s headquarters in Bahrain.
Great photo of an aerial refueling from the 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron
A U.S. Army MH-47G conducts air-to-air refueling with a United States Air Force HC-130J , assigned to the 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron, over an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 27, 2022.
📸 by Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Willis
Air Combat Command
Asayish approves first wave of correctional force training members
An Asayish Law Enforcement Training Academy certifies the first 145 correctional force members during a graduation ceremony, Jan. 3, 2023, near Qamishli, Syria.
Heartbeat of the installation: 443 AES Air Mobility Flight forge mission success, partners
For the 443rd Air Expeditionary Squadron Air Mobility Flight Airmen, it’s the strength of their team and fruitfulness of their mission partner relationships that allow them to respond to any
Lucky enjoys the sunset at Camp Buerhing, Kuwait
Anyone who has served in the region is probably familiar with this celebrity - a WWII Sherman tank named Lucky, which sits at Camp Buerhing, Kuwait.
📷 by Lt. Col. Douglas Keane, Public Affairs Officer, 35th Infantry Division
U.S. Army Central
This Day in CENTCOM History – 28 years ago, CENTCOM announced Operation United Shield
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“We planned this exercise to demonstrate how and unmanned systems effectively increase CTF Sentinel’s maritime domain awareness to maintain in Middle Eastern waters,” - Royal Saudi Navy Capt. Alamri Assem, CTF Sentinel’s director of plans
The International Maritime Security Construct (IMSC) completed a three-day maritime exercise in the Arabian Gulf, Jan. 9, integrating unmanned systems and artificial intelligence during a naval drill for the second time in six months.
On Jan. 6, U.S. Central Command forces intercepted a stateless dhow in the Gulf of Oman smuggling more than 2,000 AK-47 assault rifles while transiting international waters from Iran to Yemen
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We wish to join Iraqi leaders and citizens in celebrating the 102nd anniversary of the activation of the Iraqi Army
This year is our 40th anniversary and all year we are celebrating our history, honoring our lineage, and promoting our culture. This graphic details the emblems of CENTCOM over time beginning with the RDJTF, CENTCOM's lineal ancestor.
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We have our first Innovation Oasis Champion!
We've selected the Innovation Oasis Champion. Tune in tomorrow morning at 8 AM EST.
The first ever CENTCOM Innovation Oasis was a huge success! Here are your innovators. Tune in tomorrow morning to find out who will leave Tampa as the champion!
The five finalists have been selected. Our Shark Tank-style innovation competition is this Friday. We'll be announcing a winner Saturday on social media. #centcominnovationoasis
With just over a week to go for submissions, now's the time to send us your good idea. All ideas need to be submitted to [email protected]. You must submit your idea prior to noon on September 16th. #CentcomInnovationOasis U.S. Army Central U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet U.S. Air Forces Central U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command US Special Operations Command Central https://www.centcom.mil/VISITORS-AND-PERSONNEL/INNOVATION-OASIS/
The deadline for good ideas is fast approaching. Submit yours now for a chance to visit sunny Tampa! All ideas need to be submitted to [email protected]. You must submit your idea prior to noon on September 16th. https://www.centcom.mil/VISITORS-AND-PERSONNEL/INNOVATION-OASIS/
Video showing support ship Shahid Baziar, from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy unlawfully towing a U.S. Saildrone Explorer unmanned vessel in international waters of the Arabian Gulf, Aug. 30.
Happy 4th of July! #4thofJuly #IndependenceDay
Watch U.S. Air Forces Central in action: From precision airstrikes to cargo supply drops to aerial refueling, all in a day and nights work for the #AFCENT mission. 378th Air Expeditionary Wing The Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) is the air component of United States Central Command, a regional unified command. The 9th AF (AFCENT) delivers dominant coalition air power to secure and stabilize the CENTCOM area of responsibility. AFCENT is responsible for air operations, unilaterally or in concert with coalition partners, and developing contingency plans in support of national objectives for USCENTCOM's 20-nation area of responsibility in Southwest Asia. Additionally, it manages an extensive supply and equipment prepositioning program at several Area of Responsibility sites.
Happy Holidays from U.S. Central Command!
The National Guard is essential to our #CENTCOM mission. To our #NationalGuard #Soldiers, #Airmen, and their families, Happy 385th Birthday. #CENTCOMCDR #Alwaysreadyalwaysthere U.S. Army Central U.S. Air Forces Central
U.S. Army #Soldiers at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, played an officers versus enlisted game of flag football as a pre-Thanksgiving celebration Nov. 24, 2021. U.S. Army Central who won? Enlisted!
Variants of the F-15 have patrolled the skies for more than 30 years, but its job is not finished. The F-15E #StrikeEagle and F-15EX Eagle II are assets playing a role in the future fighter force. U.S. Air Forces Central Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve - عملية العزم الصلب
The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) - Official transits the #GulfofOman, Nov. 9. Essex and the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure #maritimestability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points.
To all of you who have earned the title #Veteran and to your families, thank you. #CENTCOMCDR #VeteransDay U.S. Army Central U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet U.S. Air Force Central U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command
Happy 246th birthday to the #Marines #CENTCOMCDR U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command Special Purpose MAGTF - Crisis Response - Central Command 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit
To the #Sailors assigned to the the U.S. 5th Fleet, their families, and to Sailors standing watch around the world, Happy 246th Birthday. - Gen. Frank McKenzie, #CENTCOMCDR U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet Combined Maritime Forces #246NavyBirthday
We want to thank all the participants and #PartnerNations including the #Egyptian Armed Forces that made #BrightStar21 a success! U.S. Army Central U.S. Air Forces Central U.S. Embassy Cairo U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet
Happy 74th Birthday to the United States Air Force and U.S. Air Forces Central from CENTCOM commander Gen Frank McKenzie.
U.S. Central Command Statement on the Investigation into the Attack on the Motor Tanker Mercer Street, August 6th, 2021 **Please note, statements made within the enclosed briefing slides "Iranian UAV Attack Against MOTOR TANKER MERCER STREET" are attributable to U.S. Navy Capt. Bill Urban, the CENTCOM spokesman. August 6, 2021 Release Number 20210806-02 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Central Command Statement on the Investigation into the Attack on the Motor Tanker Mercer Street TAMPA, Fla. – Following the July 30, explosive unmanned aerial vehicle attack on the Motor Tanker (M/T) Mercer Street while transiting international waters off the coast of Oman, an expert explosive investigative team from the USS Ronald Reagan embarked the M/T to examine the evidence and interview the surviving crew members. The team found: 1) The M/T Mercer Street was targeted by two unsuccessful explosive UAV attacks on the evening of July 29. The crew reported the attacks via distress calls on the evening of July 29. Based on crew interviews, the investigative team found credible the reports of the attacks, which impacted the sea near the M/T Mercer Street. Investigators found small remnants of at least one of the UAVs on Mercer Street that the crew had retrieved from the water, corroborating the reports. 2) The investigative team determined that the extensive damage to the Mercer Street, documented in the attached slides, was the result of a third UAV attack on July 30. This UAV was loaded with a military-grade explosive, and caused the death of two crewmembers; the master of the ship, a Romanian citizen, and a United Kingdom national who was part of the security detail. 3) The explosive detonation following the UAV impact created an approximately 6-foot diameter hole in the topside of the pilot house and badly damaged the interior. Explosive chemical tests were indicative of a Nitrate-based explosive and identified as RDX, indicating the UAV had been rigged to c
Happy 231st birthday to the men and women who serve beside us in the U.S. Coast Guard #CENTCOMCDR U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet
On the occasion of Eid al Adha, #CENTCOM wishes Muslims worldwide #EidMubarak.
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