AMMAN (December 15, 2016) -- U.S. and Jordanian Non-Commissioned officers pose for a group photo following a graduation ceremony for the Jordan Basic Instructor Course. The two-week long course, which features instruction from U.S. Army NCO's, is designed to enhance the leadership abilities of the JAF’s enlisted leaders. (U.S. Central Command photo by Marine Sgt. Jordan Belser)
Jordanian NCOs partner with U.S. instructors
AMMAN (December 15, 2016) -- U.S. and Jordanian Non-Commissioned officers pose for a group photo following a graduation ceremony for the Jordan Basic Instructor Course. The two-week long course, which features instruction from U.S. Army NCO's, is designed to enhance the leadership abilities of the JAF’s enlisted leader ...More
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U.S. Air Force Airmen from the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Manpower and Personnel directorate worked to provide an opportunity for deployed Airmen to apply for the RQ-4 Global Hawk Remote Piloted Aircraft enlisted pilot training program. Them AFCENT team coordinated with personnel from multiple organizations across the globe to ensure each interested Airman was given the opportunity to pursue their ambitions of becoming part of the first group of enlisted pilots since World War II. (Courtesy photo)
AFCENT helps deployed Airmen reach for dream
U.S. Air Force Airmen from the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Manpower and Personnel directorate worked to provide an opportunity for deployed Airmen to apply for the RQ-4 Global Hawk Remote Piloted Aircraft enlisted pilot training program. Them AFCENT team coordinated with personnel from multiple organizations across ...More
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MANAMA, Bahrain (Dec. 10, 2016) From left, Commander of U.S. Central Command Gen. Joseph Votel reviews a map with French Advisor to the Minister of Defense Vice Adm. Herve de Bonnaventure and French Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian during the 12th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS): The Manama Dialogue. IISS Manama Dialogue provides a platform to exchange views on political, economic, social and security challenges around the Middle East and North Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Victoria Kinney)
12th Annual Manama Dialogue
MANAMA, Bahrain (Dec. 10, 2016) From left, Commander of U.S. Central Command Gen. Joseph Votel reviews a map with French Advisor to the Minister of Defense Vice Adm. Herve de Bonnaventure and French Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian during the 12th International Institute for Strategic Studies ...More
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U.S. Army Spc. Eduardo Valencio, Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, fires a M777 A2 Howitzer in support of Operation Inherent Resolve at Platoon Assembly Area 14, Iraq, Dec. 2, 2016. Charlie Battery conducted the fire mission in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, the global Coalition to defeat ISIL in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)
OIR Commander Describes Counter-ISIL Campaign’s Successes
U.S. Army Spc. Eduardo Valencio, Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, fires a M777 A2 Howitzer in support of Operation Inherent Resolve at Platoon Assembly Area 14, Iraq, Dec. 2, 2016. Charlie Battery conducted the fire mission in support of C ...More
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Col. Ahmed Jan, fire support officer, 201st Corps, has dedicated his life to building a better future in Afghanistan. He oversees artillery and air support assets in some of the country's most difficult and strategic terrain. (U.S. Army Photo by Capt. Grace Geiger)
Close relationships lead to accurate artillery in eastern Afghanistan
Col. Ahmed Jan, fire support officer, 201st Corps, has dedicated his life to building a better future in Afghanistan. He oversees artillery and air support assets in some of the country's most difficult and strategic terrain. (U.S. Army Photo by Capt. Grace Geiger)
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U.S. Soldiers assigned to Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division fire a M777 A2 Howitzer at night in support of Iraqi security forces at Platoon Assembly Area 14, Iraq, Dec. 7, 2016. Charlie Battery conducted the fire mission in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, the global Coalition to defeat ISIL in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)
Iraqis Hold Line Against ISIL
U.S. Soldiers assigned to Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division fire a M777 A2 Howitzer at night in support of Iraqi security forces at Platoon Assembly Area 14, Iraq, Dec. 7, 2016. Charlie Battery conducted the fire mission in support of Combin ...More
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(December 13, 2016) -- Command Sgt. Maj. William F. Thetford, Senior Enlisted Leader, U.S. Central Command hosts a "town hall" meeting with soldiers deployed to the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility. Thetford visited the AOR to gain a better understanding of the CENTCOM mission and to thank troops for their dedication and service during the holiday season. (U.S. Central Command photo by Marine Sgt. Jordan Belser)
CSM visits troops in Southwest Asia
(December 13, 2016) -- Command Sgt. Maj. William F. Thetford, Senior Enlisted Leader, U.S. Central Command hosts a "town hall" meeting with soldiers deployed to the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility. Thetford visited the AOR to gain a better understanding of the CENTCOM mission and to thank troops for their dedication and ...More
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A crew chief with the 407th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron walks past an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron at the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Southwest Asia, Dec. 10, 2016. About 300 Airmen from the 158th Fighter Wing of the Vermont Air National Guard comprise the units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)(Released)
Green Mountain Boys arrive
A crew chief with the 407th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron walks past an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron at the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Southwest Asia, Dec. 10, 2016. About 300 Airmen from the 158th Fighter Wing of the Vermont Air National Guard comprise the ...More
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During his trip to Iraq, Defense Secretary Ash Carter, center, and his wife, Stephanie, left, thank U.S. troops for their service to the nation, Dec. 11, 2016. DoD photo
Carter Arrives in Iraq to Thank U.S. Troops
During his trip to Iraq, Defense Secretary Ash Carter, center, and his wife, Stephanie, left, thank U.S. troops for their service to the nation, Dec. 11, 2016. DoD photo
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A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker in support of a Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve mission over Iraq Dec. 7, 2016. The KC-135 provides aerial refueling capabilities for the CJTF as it supports the Iraqi Security Forces and the partnered forces in Syria as they work to liberate territory and people under the control of Da’esh. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Matthew B. Fredericks)
Raqqa, Mosul Liberations Progress as ISIL Loses Resources to Fight
A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker in support of a Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve mission over Iraq Dec. 7, 2016. The KC-135 provides aerial refueling capabilities for the CJTF as it supports the Iraqi Security Forces and the partnered forces in Syria as ...More
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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 6, 2016) Aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike) transits the Mediterranean Sea alongside aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R91). Ike, currently deployed as part of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Rafael Martie)
US, French Carrier Group Commanders Meet in Eastern Med
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 6, 2016) Aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike) transits the Mediterranean Sea alongside aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R91). Ike, currently deployed as part of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations ...More
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AMMAN (December 15, 2016) -- U.S. and Jordanian Non-Commissioned officers pose for a group photo following a graduation ceremony for the Jordan Basic Instructor Course. The two-week long course, which features instruction from U.S. Army NCO's, is designed to enhance the leadership abilities of the JAF’s enlisted leaders. (U.S. Central Command photo by Marine Sgt. Jordan Belser)
U.S. Air Force Airmen from the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Manpower and Personnel directorate worked to provide an opportunity for deployed Airmen to apply for the RQ-4 Global Hawk Remote Piloted Aircraft enlisted pilot training program. Them AFCENT team coordinated with personnel from multiple organizations across the globe to ensure each interested Airman was given the opportunity to pursue their ambitions of becoming part of the first group of enlisted pilots since World War II. (Courtesy photo)
MANAMA, Bahrain (Dec. 10, 2016) From left, Commander of U.S. Central Command Gen. Joseph Votel reviews a map with French Advisor to the Minister of Defense Vice Adm. Herve de Bonnaventure and French Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian during the 12th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS): The Manama Dialogue. IISS Manama Dialogue provides a platform to exchange views on political, economic, social and security challenges around the Middle East and North Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Victoria Kinney)
U.S. Army Spc. Eduardo Valencio, Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, fires a M777 A2 Howitzer in support of Operation Inherent Resolve at Platoon Assembly Area 14, Iraq, Dec. 2, 2016. Charlie Battery conducted the fire mission in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, the global Coalition to defeat ISIL in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)
Col. Ahmed Jan, fire support officer, 201st Corps, has dedicated his life to building a better future in Afghanistan. He oversees artillery and air support assets in some of the country's most difficult and strategic terrain. (U.S. Army Photo by Capt. Grace Geiger)
U.S. Soldiers assigned to Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division fire a M777 A2 Howitzer at night in support of Iraqi security forces at Platoon Assembly Area 14, Iraq, Dec. 7, 2016. Charlie Battery conducted the fire mission in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, the global Coalition to defeat ISIL in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)
(December 13, 2016) -- Command Sgt. Maj. William F. Thetford, Senior Enlisted Leader, U.S. Central Command hosts a "town hall" meeting with soldiers deployed to the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility. Thetford visited the AOR to gain a better understanding of the CENTCOM mission and to thank troops for their dedication and service during the holiday season. (U.S. Central Command photo by Marine Sgt. Jordan Belser)
A crew chief with the 407th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron walks past an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron at the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Southwest Asia, Dec. 10, 2016. About 300 Airmen from the 158th Fighter Wing of the Vermont Air National Guard comprise the units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)(Released)
During his trip to Iraq, Defense Secretary Ash Carter, center, and his wife, Stephanie, left, thank U.S. troops for their service to the nation, Dec. 11, 2016. DoD photo
A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker in support of a Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve mission over Iraq Dec. 7, 2016. The KC-135 provides aerial refueling capabilities for the CJTF as it supports the Iraqi Security Forces and the partnered forces in Syria as they work to liberate territory and people under the control of Da’esh. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Matthew B. Fredericks)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 6, 2016) Aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike) transits the Mediterranean Sea alongside aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R91). Ike, currently deployed as part of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Rafael Martie)

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Jordanian Non-Commissioned officers graduate a two week long “train the trainer” course hosted by the Jordan Armed Forces and U.S. Central Command’s Military Assistance Program.The course, which features instruction from U.S. Army NCOs, is designed to enhance the leadership abilities of the JAF’s enlisted leaders. Learn more: http://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/NEWS-ARTICLES/News-Article-View/Article/1034959/jordanian-ncos-partner-with-us-instructors/ (U.S. Central Command photos by Marine Sgt. Jordan Belser)
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On Sunday, Dec. 18, approximately 40 employees from the Afghan Ministry of Defense came to Resolute Support Headquarters for a seminar on financial management practices and an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues in the finance field. The employees are younger, English-speaking Afghans, all with college degrees in relevant fields, currently in a program similar to an apprenticeship or internship. The goal is to move these employees into permanent civil service positions at the MOD after each employee completes their specific program. This investment in capacity-building is one way RS is helping to develop long-term stability in the Afghan government through our #trainadviseassist mission.
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Some great photos of AV-8B Harrier operations courtesy of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). The 22nd MEU, embarked on Wasp, conducted precision air strikes in support of the Libyan Government aligned forces against Daesh targets in Sirte, Libya, as part of Operation Odyssey Lighting, which has concluded. 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit USS WASP LHD 1 #DefeatDaesh
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An AV-8B Harrier, from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), takes off and lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) Dec. 6, 2016. The 22nd MEU, embarked on Wasp, conducted precision air strikes in support of Libyan forces against Daesh targets in Sirte, Libya, as part of Operation Odyssey Lightning, which has concluded. 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit #DefeatDaesh (Video by Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Molina)
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Recently, Australian National Theatre Commander, Air Vice Marshal Tim Innes visited #CJTFOIR headquarters to get an update on the Coalition's part in the fight to #DefeatDaesh and meet some Aussie personnel! Royal Australian Air Force | Australian Defence Force in the Middle East | U.S. Central Command
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#MotoMonday | Wake up and smell the coffee. Here's all the motivation you need to start your week off right. Watch as #Coalition F-16s are refueled prior to striking #ISIL targets in Iraq.
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#ISIL fighters seized tanks and other military hardware from Tiyas Military Airfield near Palmyra, Syria, between Dec. 11-13. They didn't hold them for very long. On Dec. 15, #Coalition aircraft destroyed 14 tanks, three artillery systems, two ISIL-held buildings, two tactical vehicles, and an air defense artillery system. The equipment was destroyed in the vicinity of the airfield, northeast of the city along a highway. United States Air Force | U.S. Central Command | Air Combat Command | Airman Magazine | Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve - عملية العزم الصلب | U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
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