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A U.S. Air Force AC-130J Ghostrider prepares to receive fuel over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Oct. 13, 2024. The AC-130J Ghostrider's primary missions are close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force AC-130J Ghostrider flies over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility
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U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 30, 2024) An MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter, attached to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 15, takes off from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (Official U.S. Navy photo)
Abraham Lincoln conducts helicopter operations
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U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) conducts live-fire training utilizing a Close-In Weapons System in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.
USS Michael Murphy (DDG112) CIWS live-fire training
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A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, RAF Lakenheath, England, arrives in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo)
F-15E Strike Eagle arrives in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility
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A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle departs after receiving fuel over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Oct. 20, 2024. The U.S. uses a variety of aircraft, such as the F-15E, to support and defend U.S. forces, allies and partners while striving to maintain stability and security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
U.S. KC-135 refuels Strike Eagles over CENTCOM
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A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle conducts combat patrols over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Oct. 20, 2024. The F-15E is deployed within the USCENTCOM AOR to help defend U.S. interests, promote regional security, and deter aggression in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
U.S. KC-135 refuels Strike Eagles over CENTCOM
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B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers from Minot Air Force Base’s 5th Bomb Wing arrived in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Nov. 2, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo)
B-52Hs arrive in USCENTCOM AOR
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Two U.S. Navy F/A-18E Hornets fly alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2024. The F/A-18E is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability In the Middle East region. (U.S. Air Force photo) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out names on aircraft)
KC-135 refuels U.S. Navy Fighters in U.S. Central Command
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A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Hornet receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2024. The F/A-18E is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability In the Middle East region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
KC-135 refuels U.S. Navy Fighters in U.S. Central Command
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U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 18, 2024) The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS O’Kane (DDG 77) and the Italian Navy Thaon di Revel-class Multipurpose Combat Ship ITS Raimondo Montecuccoli (P 432) sail alongside each other in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)
Frank E. Petersen Jr. conducts live-fire exercise with the Italian Navy
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U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 18, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151, conducts aerial refueling with four Italian F-35B Lightning II, attached to ITS Cavour Carrier Strike Group. (Official U.S. Navy photo)
Abraham Lincoln conducts operations with Italian Cavour Strike Group
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Field artillerymen from the New Jersey Army National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 112th Field Artillery Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, perform a live fire exercise with their counterparts from the Iraqi Division of Artillery’s 1st Brigade, in western Iraq, July 31, 2024. Advising, assisting, and enabling are key components of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve’s mission to enhance partner capacity in Iraq to ensure the enduring defeat of Da’esh. (U.S. Army photo)
NJ Army Guard’s 3-112th FAR leads Iraqi Field Artillery Course
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Field artillerymen from the New Jersey Army National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 112th Field Artillery Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, train with their counterparts from the Iraqi Division of Artillery’s 1st Brigade, during a field training exercise in western Iraq, July 31, 2024. Advising, assisting, and enabling are key components of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve’s mission to enhance partner capacity in Iraq to ensure the enduring defeat of Da’esh. (U.S. Army photo)
NJ Army Guard’s 3-112th FAR leads Iraqi Field Artillery Course
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U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 181st Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Massachusetts National Guard, Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, fire a Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon system during a training exercise in Northern Iraq, Sept. 23, 2024. CJTF-OIR is a coalition of 25 nations working together with partner forces to ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Bruce Daddis)
1-181 INF Mortars and Carl G Range
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A U.S. Air Force AC-130J Ghostrider prepares to receive fuel over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Oct. 13, 2024. The AC-130J Ghostrider's primary missions are close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance. (U.S. Air Force photo)
U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 30, 2024) An MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter, attached to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 15, takes off from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (Official U.S. Navy photo)
U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) conducts live-fire training utilizing a Close-In Weapons System in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.
A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, RAF Lakenheath, England, arrives in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle departs after receiving fuel over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Oct. 20, 2024. The U.S. uses a variety of aircraft, such as the F-15E, to support and defend U.S. forces, allies and partners while striving to maintain stability and security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle conducts combat patrols over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Oct. 20, 2024. The F-15E is deployed within the USCENTCOM AOR to help defend U.S. interests, promote regional security, and deter aggression in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers from Minot Air Force Base’s 5th Bomb Wing arrived in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Nov. 2, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Two U.S. Navy F/A-18E Hornets fly alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2024. The F/A-18E is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability In the Middle East region. (U.S. Air Force photo) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out names on aircraft)
A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Hornet receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2024. The F/A-18E is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability In the Middle East region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 18, 2024) The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS O’Kane (DDG 77) and the Italian Navy Thaon di Revel-class Multipurpose Combat Ship ITS Raimondo Montecuccoli (P 432) sail alongside each other in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)
U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 18, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151, conducts aerial refueling with four Italian F-35B Lightning II, attached to ITS Cavour Carrier Strike Group. (Official U.S. Navy photo)
Field artillerymen from the New Jersey Army National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 112th Field Artillery Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, perform a live fire exercise with their counterparts from the Iraqi Division of Artillery’s 1st Brigade, in western Iraq, July 31, 2024. Advising, assisting, and enabling are key components of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve’s mission to enhance partner capacity in Iraq to ensure the enduring defeat of Da’esh. (U.S. Army photo)
Field artillerymen from the New Jersey Army National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 112th Field Artillery Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, train with their counterparts from the Iraqi Division of Artillery’s 1st Brigade, during a field training exercise in western Iraq, July 31, 2024. Advising, assisting, and enabling are key components of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve’s mission to enhance partner capacity in Iraq to ensure the enduring defeat of Da’esh. (U.S. Army photo)
U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 181st Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Massachusetts National Guard, Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, fire a Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon system during a training exercise in Northern Iraq, Sept. 23, 2024. CJTF-OIR is a coalition of 25 nations working together with partner forces to ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Bruce Daddis)

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"On behalf of U.S. Central Command, we extend our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of our fallen American Soldier who was deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Sgt. 1st Class John David Randolph Hilty, Operation Inherent Resolve Sgt. 1st Class Hilty's service to his country and his sacrifices will not be forgotten." - General Kenneth F. McKenzie, Jr., U.S. Marines
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