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Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Pier building begins, Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway.
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Pier building begins, Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway.
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Pier building begins. Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway.
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Pier building begins, Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway.
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
Bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza are loaded onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 30 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman prepares to load pallets of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. has prioritized the delivery of humanitarian aid to relieve the suffering of civilians affected by the ongoing crisis in Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 30 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman loads bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 30 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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Two U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules’ loaded with pallets of food destined for Gaza via airdrop take off from an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability enabled the expedited movement of critical, life-saving humanitarian aid to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 30 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons fly in sync after an aerial refueling over an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility during Ballast Cannon, Jan. 7, 2024. As a routine exercise occurring nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force, this iteration supports the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jasmonet Holmes)
U.S., Bahrain showcase expeditionary deployment capabilities
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Bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza are loaded onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 23, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 23 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman loads pallets of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 23, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 23 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman loads pallets of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 28, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 28 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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Bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza are loaded onto the U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 28, 2024. The U.S. has prioritized the delivery of humanitarian aid to relieve the suffering of civilians affected by the ongoing crisis in Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
April 28 USCENTCOM, Royal Jordanian Air Force Conduct Humanitarian Airdrops into Gaza
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TAMPA, Fla. – The U.S. Coast Guard Sentinel-class fast-response cutter USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr (WPC 1147) seized advanced conventional weapons and other lethal aid originating in Iran and bound to Houthi-controlled Yemen from a vessel in the Arabian Sea, Jan. 28, 2024. The boarding team discovered over 200 packages that contained medium-range ballistic missile components, explosives, unmanned underwater/surface vehicle (UUV/USV) components, military-grade communication and network equipment, anti-tank guided missile launcher assemblies, and other military components. CENTCOM is committed to working with our allies and partners to counter the flow of Iranian lethal aid in the region by all lawful means including U.S. and U.N. sanctions and through interdictions.
CENTCOM Intercepts Iranian Weapons Shipment Intended for Houthis
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ARABIAN GULF (June 1, 2023) U.S. Coast Guard fast response cutter USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr. (WPC 1146) sails alongside a MARTAC T-38 Devil Ray unmanned surface vessel in the Arabian Gulf, June 1, 2023, during exercise Eagle Resolve 23. Eagle Resolve is a combined joint all-domain exercise that improves interoperability on land, in the air, at sea, in space, and in cyberspace with the U.S. military and partner nations, enhances the ability to respond to contingencies, and underscores U.S. Central Command's commitment to the Middle East. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. James Webster)
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sails with Royal Saudi Navy ship and USV
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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 25, 2024) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), and Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) transit in formation with the United Kingdom primary casualty receiving ship RFA Argus (A135) in the Mediterranean Sea, Feb. 25. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group will be transferred to NATO command in the Eastern Mediterranean in order to conduct a series of short notice vigilance activities with elements of Allied Maritime Command’s Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 and the Turkish Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew F. Brown)
Bataan Amphibious Ready Group Conducts PASSEX With Royal Navy
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Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Pier building begins Construction of the floating JLOTS pier in the Mediterranean is underway. The pier will support USAID and humanitarian partners to receive and deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. U.S. Transportation Command and U.S. European Command support the movement of humanitarian aid. (Courtesy Photo)
Bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza are loaded onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman prepares to load pallets of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. has prioritized the delivery of humanitarian aid to relieve the suffering of civilians affected by the ongoing crisis in Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman loads bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Two U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules’ loaded with pallets of food destined for Gaza via airdrop take off from an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 30, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability enabled the expedited movement of critical, life-saving humanitarian aid to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons fly in sync after an aerial refueling over an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility during Ballast Cannon, Jan. 7, 2024. As a routine exercise occurring nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force, this iteration supports the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jasmonet Holmes)
Bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza are loaded onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 23, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman loads pallets of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 23, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force port operations Airman loads pallets of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 28, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s rapid global mobility capability is enabling the expedited movement of critical, life-saving supplies to Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Bundles of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza are loaded onto the U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 28, 2024. The U.S. has prioritized the delivery of humanitarian aid to relieve the suffering of civilians affected by the ongoing crisis in Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo)
TAMPA, Fla. – The U.S. Coast Guard Sentinel-class fast-response cutter USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr (WPC 1147) seized advanced conventional weapons and other lethal aid originating in Iran and bound to Houthi-controlled Yemen from a vessel in the Arabian Sea, Jan. 28, 2024. The boarding team discovered over 200 packages that contained medium-range ballistic missile components, explosives, unmanned underwater/surface vehicle (UUV/USV) components, military-grade communication and network equipment, anti-tank guided missile launcher assemblies, and other military components. CENTCOM is committed to working with our allies and partners to counter the flow of Iranian lethal aid in the region by all lawful means including U.S. and U.N. sanctions and through interdictions.
ARABIAN GULF (June 1, 2023) U.S. Coast Guard fast response cutter USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr. (WPC 1146) sails alongside a MARTAC T-38 Devil Ray unmanned surface vessel in the Arabian Gulf, June 1, 2023, during exercise Eagle Resolve 23. Eagle Resolve is a combined joint all-domain exercise that improves interoperability on land, in the air, at sea, in space, and in cyberspace with the U.S. military and partner nations, enhances the ability to respond to contingencies, and underscores U.S. Central Command's commitment to the Middle East. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. James Webster)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 25, 2024) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), and Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) transit in formation with the United Kingdom primary casualty receiving ship RFA Argus (A135) in the Mediterranean Sea, Feb. 25. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group will be transferred to NATO command in the Eastern Mediterranean in order to conduct a series of short notice vigilance activities with elements of Allied Maritime Command’s Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 and the Turkish Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew F. Brown)

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Special Marine Ground Task Force, U.S. Army advise Iraqi security forces in push towards Mosul
U.S Army 1st Lt. Patrick Abele, left, 1st Squadron, 75th Cavalry Regiment, Task Force Strike, and U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Travis Madden , right, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force – Crisis Response – Central Command, monitor the status of a joint United States Army and United States Marine Corps readiness drill, Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Nov. 17 2016. Readiness drills provide Coalition forces with opportunities to assess their preparation and response time as they work to advise and assist the Iraqi security forces during Operation Inherent Resolve. Coalition forces operate out of Qayyarah West Airfield where they advise and assist the Iraqi security forces as they fight to retake territory from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Daniel Johnson)