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The guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay cuts through the Strait of Hormuz, April 7, 2019.

Esper: Operation Sentinel Prevents Escalation of Middle East Waterways Conflict

By C. Todd Lopez | July 24, 2019

Just three hours into his new job, Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper met with reporters at the Pentagon to discuss Iran, China and the proposed defense budget.

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During the final months of 2025, international naval forces sustained efforts to counter illicit drug smuggling in the Middle East. Combined Maritime Forces conducted drug interdictions, seizing more than 18 tons of crystal methamphetamine and other drugs valued at $330+ million. https://t.co/t9rNjaiwyr

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is one of the most iconic fighter jets that the U.S. Air Force operates. Now in operation for over 50 years, the F-16 remains one of the most widely flown fighters in the world, operated by more than 25 countries. https://t.co/uY6IrWkvrB

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Congratulations to the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces! One of their squadrons for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, a mobile missile defense platform, recently completed specialized training at Fort Bliss in Texas. This achievement highlights the continued https://t.co/dCmebY2GRP

Yesterday, CENTCOM’s senior enlisted leader, Fleet Master Chief Lateef Compton, visited Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar and met Airmen and Guardians assigned to U.S. Space Forces Central. Space operations are critical to CENTCOM missions across the Middle East and Central Asia. https://t.co/2Xy9X4BCU8

Last month, guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG74) passed through the Suez Canal while entering into the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of operations. McFaul is deployed to support maritime security and stability in the U.S. Central Command operating area. https://t.co/Aa6BCCANnJ

"Huge THANK YOU to Operation Gratitude and our military logistics teams for delivering thousands of care packages to deployed troops across the Middle East and their families back home. These packages brought great joy to so many. CENTCOM appreciates the support!" - Adm. Brad https://t.co/thPwZGMyWa

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A message from Adm. Brad Cooper and Susan Cooper: https://t.co/4taGyfYTZR

U.S. Forces Unleash Massive Strike Against ISIS in Syria TAMPA, Fla. – U.S. forces have commenced a large-scale strike against ISIS infrastructure and weapons sites in Syria. This massive strike follows the attack on U.S. and partner forces in Syria on Dec. 13. We will provide

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) joined a nonprofit organization, Dec. 18, in providing care packages to the families of service members deployed in the Middle East region. Read more: https://t.co/LToCCjIXO0

Guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) transits the Strait of Hormuz, Dec. 5. Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the critical waterways across the Middle East. https://t.co/ZdVzYXqlIC

"Bravo Zulu. U.S. Navy forces in the Middle East are advancing warfighting capability in new ways, bringing more striking power from the sea and setting conditions for using innovation as a deterrent." - Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM Commander https://t.co/WUiAVojTht https://t.co/TgQ4WLbph3

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U.S. Marines assigned to Task Force 51/5 train at a live-fire at the U.S. Navy Base in Bahrain. Drills like these enable our warfighters to stay sharp and ready. https://t.co/ppHk0KiVtB

The 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron recently replaced an older runway lighting system with a new one that improves visibility for pilots and ground support crews. U.S. Airmen routinely perform maintenance and implement necessary upgrades to ensure that airfields https://t.co/f9Yp3js3Uy

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