Category: US CENTCOM

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

July 29, 2024
Release Number 20240729-01
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TAMPA, Fla.- In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed one Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.

It was determined this weapon presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. This action was taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

ARABIAN PENINSULA   –  

One U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress long-range strategic bomber integrated with U.S. and Coalition forces, 25 July 2024, during the Maritime Fire Support Symposium.

The B-52 from the 2nd Bomb Wing conducted the 32-hour-long mission from Romania enroute to their home station at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, following a successful deployment to U.S. European Command and U.S. Central Command areas of operation.

During the Bomber Task Force mission in the Middle East, the strategic bomber integrated with U.S. Marine Corps Central Command and other regional partners during the Maritime Fire Support Symposium. The addition of a long-range strategic bomber to the exercise provided the opportunity for Coalition Marine and Naval experts to employ a practical application of airpower to defend forward fighting positions.

The exercise also included KC-135 Stratotankers deployed from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, and McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, and A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan.

As U.S. Central Command’s Air Component, the U.S. Air Forces Central regularly supports a wide range of training operations to support the Coalition’s collective vision for enduring peace and security.

Bomber Task Force missions contribute to this vision by providing extensive options to Coalition leaders responsible

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

July 26, 2024
Release Number 20240726-02
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In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed six Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAV) in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.

Separately, USCENTCOM forces engaged and destroyed three Houthi uncrewed surface vessels (USV) operating off the coast of Yemen.

It was determined these weapons presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

July 26, 2024
Release Number 20240726-01
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TAMPA, Fla.- U.S. Central Command is saddened to learn of the death of Gen. George B. Crist, United States Marine Corps (Retired), former USCENTCOM Commander. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Gen. Crist was the first U.S. Marine appointed to head a unified command, serving as Commander in Chief, USCENTCOM from 1985 until his retirement in 1988.

Gen. Crist was born on January 23, 1931. After graduating cum laude from Villanova University, Crist was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1952. Throughout his career, Gen. Crist had many notable achievements. He was deployed to the Caribbean during the Cuban Missile Crisis, served in Vietnam as advisor to the Vietnamese Joint General Staff, and was aide-de-camp to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In 1985, Crist was promoted to General and assumed command of USCENTCOM.

While at USCENTCOM, Gen. Crist helped run Operation Earnest Will, the escort of reflagged Kuwaiti tankers, Operation Prime Chance, actions against Iranian forces, and Operation Praying Mantis, retaliation for the Iranian Mining of the USS Samuel B. Roberts. Gen. Crist retired in 1988 after more than 36 years of service.

“We mourn the loss of the former USCENTCOM Commander, and we will forever honor his sacrifice and extraordinary leadership. Our prayers are with George’s family, and we will forever remember his selfless service during his time at CENTCOM,” said Gen. Erik Kurilla, USCENTCOM Commander.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

July 25, 2024
Release Number 20240724-01
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TAMPA, Fla. – In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed one Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) launcher in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.

It was determined this launcher presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

July 24, 2024
Release Number 20240724-02
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TAMPA, Fla. – In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed two Iranian-backed Houthi missiles on launchers in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.

It was determined these weapons presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

TAMPA, Fla. – From July 18 to 21, 2024, Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) hosted the CENTCOM Component Commanders Conference at al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. With command representation from all CENTCOM components and subordinate commands, the leaders gathered to discuss the current state of security in the CENTCOM area of operations and discussed ways to strengthen the security cooperation and other actions required to address the current challenges.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

TAMPA, Fla. – In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed three Iranian-backed Houthi missile launchers in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.

It was determined these weapons presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

Tampa, Fla. – The U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) hosted 2024 USCENTCOM Nurses and Medical Technicians Conference, it took place in Tampa, Florida, July 15-18, 2024. Thanks to CENTCOM’s Women, Peace, and Security Program, this groundbreaking event marked the first time a conference was exclusively dedicated to nurses and medical technicians, providing a unique opportunity for Majors and below and Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) in military healthcare to share and learn techniques and procedures from each other. The USCENTCOM Command Surgeon office, Global Health Engagement Team led the conference, which focused on Nursing Leadership, Innovation, and Professional Development. Fifteen nations participated in the event, including Australia, Egypt, France, Germany, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Oman, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and the United Kingdom.

Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

July 21, 2024
Release Number 20240721-01
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TAMPA, Fla. – In the past 24 hours U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed four Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed surface vessels (USV) in the Red Sea.

It was determined the USVs presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure.