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.

Feb. 23, 2025

USCENTCOM Commander Visits the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

On 21-22 February, Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), visited the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and met with Maj. Gen. Yousef Al-Huneiti, Chairman of the Jordan Joint Chiefs of Staff, other key Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF) leaders, and visited their exquisite Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) production and training

Feb. 20, 2025

USCENTCOM Commander Hosts Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Forces

On 19 February, Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander of U.S Central Command (CENTCOM), hosted Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi at CENTCOM Headquarters in Tampa, Fla.During the visit, Gen. Kurilla and Lt. Gen. Halevi discussed the current situation in the Middle East, including Iran's malign influence, the

Feb. 7, 2025

USCENTCOM Commander Visits Israel

From 05-07 February, Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander of U.S Central Command (CENTCOM), traveled to Israel and met with Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Force (IDF), LTG Herzi Halevi, Commander of the Israeli Air Force, MG Tomar Bar, other key IDF staff, the Director of the Israel Security Agency (ISA), Ronan Bar, and the Director of the Mossad - The Israeli Secret intelligence Service, David Barnea.