Statements

Oct. 16, 2025

Military Leaders Meet on Disarmament Efforts in Southern Lebanon

TAMPA, Fla. – Senior military leaders from the United Nations and three countries gathered Oct. 15 in Naqoura, Lebanon for the 11th Pentalateral meeting where officials aligned priorities for maintaining the cessation of hostilities in southern Lebanon and the disarmament of Lebanese Hizbollah. Military leaders from the United States, France, United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), and the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) discussed the LAF’s continued disarmament operations. The LAF has successfully removed nearly 10,000 rockets, almost 400 missiles, and over 205,000 unexploded ordnance fragments during the past year.

Oct. 15, 2025

Oct. 15, 2025 Statement from Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM commander

“We strongly urge Hamas to immediately suspend violence and shooting at innocent Palestinian civilians in Gaza – in both Hamas-held parts of Gaza and those secured by the IDF behind the Yellow Line. This is an historic opportunity for peace. Hamas should seize it by fully standing down, strictly adhering to President Trump’s 20-point peace plan, and disarming without delay. We have conveyed our concerns to the mediators who agreed to work with us to enforce the peace and protect innocent Gaza civilians. We remain highly optimistic for the future of peace in the region.” - Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM Commander

Oct. 11, 2025

Oct. 11, 2025 Statement from Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM commander

“Just returned from a visit inside Gaza to inform how we are moving forward to establish a CENTCOM-led Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) that will synchronize activities to support post-conflict stabilization. America’s sons and daughters in uniform are answering the call to deliver peace in the Middle East in support of the Commander in Chief’s direction in this historic moment. This great effort will be achieved with no U.S. boots on the ground in Gaza.” - Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM Commander

Oct. 1, 2025

Statement by Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell on Iraq transition

In accordance with the President's guidance and in alignment with the U.S.-Iraq Higher Military Commission and the joint statement issued on Sept. 27, 2024, the United States and Coalition partners will reduce its military mission in Iraq. This reduction reflects our combined success in fighting ISIS and marks an effort to transition to a lasting U.S.-Iraq security partnership in accordance with U.S. national interests, the Iraqi Constitution, and the U.S.-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement. This partnership will support U.S. and Iraqi security and strengthens Iraq's ability to realize economic development, foreign investment, and regional leadership. The U.S. Government will continue close coordination with the Government of Iraq and Coalition members to ensure a responsible transition.

Aug. 14, 2025

Yemeni Partners Continue to Interdict Illegal Weapons Systems and Equipment Bound for Iran-backed Houthis

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) congratulates the Yemeni National Resistance Forces (NRF), led by Gen. Tareq Saleh, for displaying their capabilities and commitment to stop the proliferation of weapons and illicit material bound to Iran-backed Houthis. On Aug. 6, Yemeni security forces, in coordination with the Public Prosecutor and Port of Aden authorities, seized a shipment containing drones, jet propulsion systems, wireless devices, and advanced control components bound for Iranian-backed Houthis. The cargo, which was destined for Al Hodeidah, Yemen, was rerouted to Aden and discovered during a joint inspection by counterterrorism, customs, and police units.

Aug. 4, 2025

CENTCOM Commander Completes 15 Day Visit to Region

From 20 Jul – 2 AUG, U.S. CENTCOM Commander, Gen Michael Erik Kurilla, traveled to 11 countries visiting Servicemembers, partner Chiefs of Defense, Ministers of Defense, and several Heads of State in the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility.

April 17, 2025

Destruction of Houthi Controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port

The Houthis have continued to benefit economically and militarily from countries and companies that provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The Iran-backed Houthis use fuel to sustain their military operations, as a weapon of control, and to benefit economically from embezzling the profits from the import. This fuel should be legitimately supplied to the people of Yemen. Despite the Foreign Terrorist Designation that went into effect on 05 April, ships have continued to supply fuel via the port of Ras Isa. Profits from these illegal sales are directly funding and sustaining Houthi terrorist efforts.

April 8, 2025

USCENTCOM Commander Meets Senior Leaders from Six Countries During Middle East Visit

Commander, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla conducted a series of high-level engagements with several leaders and servicemembers in Israel, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Yemen during a five-day trip through the Middle East, April 1-5.

March 15, 2025

CENTCOM Forces Launch Large Scale Operation Against Iran-Backed Houthis in Yemen

On March 15, U.S. Central Command initiated a series of operations consisting of precision strikes against Iran-backed Houthi targets across Yemen to defend American interests, deter enemies, and restore freedom of navigation.

March 10, 2025

USCENTCOM Commander Completes Senior Leader Engagements in Four Countries During a Visit to the Middle East

Commander, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla conducted a series of high-level engagements with key leaders and servicemembers in Israel, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Syria, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during a visit to the region, March 5-8. From March 5-6, Gen. Kurilla traveled to Israel and met with multiple senior security and defense officials to discuss the current regional security situation. Gen. Kurilla attended the change of the command ceremony, where Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir assumed the duties as the 24th Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Force (IDF), replacing Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi. Gen. Kurilla and Lt. Gen. Zamir also discussed continued efforts to deepen the military partnership between the United States and Israel and increase interoperability between our forces. Gen. Kurilla reiterated the ironclad military-to-military relationship between the U.S. and Israel.