Peshmerga soldiers practice urban room clearing during training at Bneslawa, Iraq, Jan. 10, 2017. The training was conducted as part of the overall Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve’s building partner capacity mission CJTF-OIR is the global Coalition to defeat ISIL in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Ian Ryan)
Iraqi Forces Liberate Mosul University from a Deeply Entrenched ISIL
Peshmerga soldiers practice urban room clearing during training at Bneslawa, Iraq, Jan. 10, 2017. The training was conducted as part of the overall Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve’s building partner capacity mission.(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Ian Ryan)
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
A Soldier in a Bradley Fighting Vehicle from the 1st Battalion, 77th Armored Regiment looks for opposing forces at Udairi Training Range in Kuwait recently as part of a combined exercise. The Cavalry Scouts responded to contact with a notional enemy during the exercise, before providing critical intelligence for Soldiers from the 197th Field Artillery Brigade to provide fire support. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Brandon Hubbard, USARCENT Public Affairs)
New munitions replace cluster bombs on Central Command battlefield
A Soldier in a Bradley Fighting Vehicle from the 1st Battalion, 77th Armored Regiment looks for opposing forces at Udairi Training Range in Kuwait recently as part of a combined exercise. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Brandon Hubbard, USARCENT Public Affairs)
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
Iraqi security forces members advance to their next objective after breaching an obstacle during the combat engineer task training course at the Besmaya Range Complex, Iraq, Nov. 9, 2016. Camp Besmaya is one of four Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve (CJTF-OIR)building partner capacity locations dedicated to training Iraqi security forces. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is a multinational effort to weaken and destroy Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant operations in the Middle East region and around the world.(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Josephine Carlson)
Counter-ISIL Forces Moving to Liberate Mosul, Raqqa
Iraqi security forces members advance to their next objective after breaching an obstacle during the combat engineer task training course at the Besmaya Range Complex, Iraq, Nov. 9, 2016. Camp Besmaya is one of four Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve (CJTF-OIR)building partner capacity locations ded ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
An Iraqi air force C-130J Super Hercules takes off from Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, after offloading troops Nov. 17, 2016. The airfield was recaptured from Da'esh by Iraqi forces in July 2016, and has been refurbished by Coalition engineers to allow recommencement of air operations. is now a vital logistical hub, opening an air corridor in support of the battle to liberate Mosul as well as operations throughout northern Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Charles Rivezzo)
Iraqi air force drops letters on Mosul
On Oct 17, 2016, the day the operation to liberate Mosul began, The Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR), an international not-for-profit organization that works with media and civil society activists to promote positive change in conflict zones and areas of turmoil around the world, launched a digital campaign ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
An F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot assigned to the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron performs preflight checks at the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Dec. 29, 2016. The 134th EFS is flying combat missions for Operation Inherent Resolve to support and enable Iraqi Security Forces’ efforts with the unique capabilities provided by the fighter squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)(Released)
U.S.-Led Coalition Airstrikes Eliminate Key ISIL Leaders in Syria, Iraq
An F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot assigned to the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron performs preflight checks at the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Dec. 29, 2016. The 134th EFS is flying combat missions for Operation Inherent Resolve to support and enable Iraqi Security Forces’ efforts with the unique capabilities provi ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 25, 2016) The Royal Navy ship HMS Ocean (L12) transits the Arabian Gulf alongside the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike). Ike and its carrier strike group are deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Anderson W. Branch)
US, UK and French Combine Forces in US Task Force 50
ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 25, 2016) The Royal Navy ship HMS Ocean (L12) transits the Arabian Gulf alongside the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike). Ike and its carrier strike group are deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
A Soldier with the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, engages an enemy sniper position during a squad overmatch training exercise at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Dec. 15, 2016. The unique training opportunity incorporated a multi-platform teaching approach built on existing Army warrior skills training programs with detailed focus on improving situational awareness, psychological resilience, teamwork, tactical combat casualty care, and human performance enhancement. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Aaron Ellerman)
A Different take on Familiar training
A Soldier with the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, engages an enemy sniper position during a squad overmatch training exercise at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Dec. 15, 2016. The unique training opportunity incorporated a multi-platform teaching approach built on existing Army warrior skills training pr ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
U.S Army Soldiers with Battery C, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, Task Force Strike, load a round into M777 artillery piece to support the Iraqi security forces during the Mosul counter offensive, Dec. 24, 2016, in northern Iraq. Battery C is supporting the ISF with indirect fires in their fight against ISIL. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Daniel Johnson)
Rain Or Shine: Task Force Strike Artillerymen support Mosul counter-offensive
U.S Army Soldiers with Battery C, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, Task Force Strike, load a round into M777 artillery piece to support the Iraqi security forces during the Mosul counter offensive, Dec. 24, 2016, in northern Iraq.
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
U.S. Army and Kuwaiti Land and Air forces move to engage targets during a joint combined arms live-fire exercise near Camp Buehring, Kuwait Dec. 6-7, 2016. The multi-day exercise was designed to test the efficiency of the forces abilities to identify and eliminate enemies’ anti-aircraft capabilities. Around 30 M1 Abrams Main Battle Tanks, two Kuwaiti AH-64 Apache helicopters, Several Bradley Armored Fighting Vehicles, scout sniper teams, 120mm mortar teams, and M109 Self Propelled Howitzer artillery fire, assaulted mock enemy positions during the exercise. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Aaron Ellerman)
Thunderous Lightning
U.S. Army and Kuwaiti Land and Air forces move to engage targets during a joint combined arms live-fire exercise near Camp Buehring, Kuwait Dec. 6-7, 2016.
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meet with deployed service members at bases across Iraq, Dec. 25, 2016. Dunford, along with USO entertainers, visited service members who are deployed from home during the holidays at various locations across the globe. This year’s entertainers were Chef Robert Irvine, Wrestler Gail Kim, Musicians Kellie Pickler and Kyle Jacobs, and Roastmaster Jeff Ross. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro/Released)
CJCS USO Holiday Tour 2016
Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meet with deployed service members at bases across Iraq, Dec. 25, 2016. Dunford, along with USO entertainers, visited service members wh ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
An F-16 Fighting Falcon deployed with the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxies for a combat mission from the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Southwest Asia, Dec. 13, 2016. The unit was able to fly combat operations within 15 hours of arriving at the deployed location.(U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)(Released)
Deployed squadron flies combat ops 15 hours after arrival
An F-16 Fighting Falcon deployed with the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxies for a combat mission from the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Southwest Asia, Dec. 13, 2016. The unit was able to fly combat operations within 15 hours of arriving at the deployed location.(U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Benjamin Wil ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
AMMAN (December 15, 2016) -- U.S. and Jordanian Non-Commissioned officers pose for a group photo following a graduation ceremony for the Jordan Basic Instructor Course. The two-week long course, which features instruction from U.S. Army NCO's, is designed to enhance the leadership abilities of the JAF’s enlisted leaders. (U.S. Central Command photo by Marine Sgt. Jordan Belser)
Jordanian NCOs partner with U.S. instructors
AMMAN (December 15, 2016) -- U.S. and Jordanian Non-Commissioned officers pose for a group photo following a graduation ceremony for the Jordan Basic Instructor Course. The two-week long course, which features instruction from U.S. Army NCO's, is designed to enhance the leadership abilities of the JAF’s enlisted leader ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
U.S. Air Force Airmen from the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Manpower and Personnel directorate worked to provide an opportunity for deployed Airmen to apply for the RQ-4 Global Hawk Remote Piloted Aircraft enlisted pilot training program. Them AFCENT team coordinated with personnel from multiple organizations across the globe to ensure each interested Airman was given the opportunity to pursue their ambitions of becoming part of the first group of enlisted pilots since World War II. (Courtesy photo)
AFCENT helps deployed Airmen reach for dream
U.S. Air Force Airmen from the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Manpower and Personnel directorate worked to provide an opportunity for deployed Airmen to apply for the RQ-4 Global Hawk Remote Piloted Aircraft enlisted pilot training program. Them AFCENT team coordinated with personnel from multiple organizations across ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
MANAMA, Bahrain (Dec. 10, 2016) From left, Commander of U.S. Central Command Gen. Joseph Votel reviews a map with French Advisor to the Minister of Defense Vice Adm. Herve de Bonnaventure and French Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian during the 12th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS): The Manama Dialogue. IISS Manama Dialogue provides a platform to exchange views on political, economic, social and security challenges around the Middle East and North Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Victoria Kinney)
12th Annual Manama Dialogue
MANAMA, Bahrain (Dec. 10, 2016) From left, Commander of U.S. Central Command Gen. Joseph Votel reviews a map with French Advisor to the Minister of Defense Vice Adm. Herve de Bonnaventure and French Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian during the 12th International Institute for Strategic Studies ...More
Hi-Res | Photo Gallery
Peshmerga soldiers practice urban room clearing during training at Bneslawa, Iraq, Jan. 10, 2017. The training was conducted as part of the overall Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve’s building partner capacity mission CJTF-OIR is the global Coalition to defeat ISIL in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Ian Ryan)
A Soldier in a Bradley Fighting Vehicle from the 1st Battalion, 77th Armored Regiment looks for opposing forces at Udairi Training Range in Kuwait recently as part of a combined exercise. The Cavalry Scouts responded to contact with a notional enemy during the exercise, before providing critical intelligence for Soldiers from the 197th Field Artillery Brigade to provide fire support. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Brandon Hubbard, USARCENT Public Affairs)
Iraqi security forces members advance to their next objective after breaching an obstacle during the combat engineer task training course at the Besmaya Range Complex, Iraq, Nov. 9, 2016. Camp Besmaya is one of four Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve (CJTF-OIR)building partner capacity locations dedicated to training Iraqi security forces. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is a multinational effort to weaken and destroy Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant operations in the Middle East region and around the world.(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Josephine Carlson)
An Iraqi air force C-130J Super Hercules takes off from Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, after offloading troops Nov. 17, 2016. The airfield was recaptured from Da'esh by Iraqi forces in July 2016, and has been refurbished by Coalition engineers to allow recommencement of air operations. is now a vital logistical hub, opening an air corridor in support of the battle to liberate Mosul as well as operations throughout northern Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Charles Rivezzo)
An F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot assigned to the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron performs preflight checks at the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Dec. 29, 2016. The 134th EFS is flying combat missions for Operation Inherent Resolve to support and enable Iraqi Security Forces’ efforts with the unique capabilities provided by the fighter squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)(Released)
ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 25, 2016) The Royal Navy ship HMS Ocean (L12) transits the Arabian Gulf alongside the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike). Ike and its carrier strike group are deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Anderson W. Branch)
A Soldier with the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, engages an enemy sniper position during a squad overmatch training exercise at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Dec. 15, 2016. The unique training opportunity incorporated a multi-platform teaching approach built on existing Army warrior skills training programs with detailed focus on improving situational awareness, psychological resilience, teamwork, tactical combat casualty care, and human performance enhancement. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Aaron Ellerman)
U.S Army Soldiers with Battery C, 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, Task Force Strike, load a round into M777 artillery piece to support the Iraqi security forces during the Mosul counter offensive, Dec. 24, 2016, in northern Iraq. Battery C is supporting the ISF with indirect fires in their fight against ISIL. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Daniel Johnson)
U.S. Army and Kuwaiti Land and Air forces move to engage targets during a joint combined arms live-fire exercise near Camp Buehring, Kuwait Dec. 6-7, 2016. The multi-day exercise was designed to test the efficiency of the forces abilities to identify and eliminate enemies’ anti-aircraft capabilities. Around 30 M1 Abrams Main Battle Tanks, two Kuwaiti AH-64 Apache helicopters, Several Bradley Armored Fighting Vehicles, scout sniper teams, 120mm mortar teams, and M109 Self Propelled Howitzer artillery fire, assaulted mock enemy positions during the exercise. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Aaron Ellerman)
Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meet with deployed service members at bases across Iraq, Dec. 25, 2016. Dunford, along with USO entertainers, visited service members who are deployed from home during the holidays at various locations across the globe. This year’s entertainers were Chef Robert Irvine, Wrestler Gail Kim, Musicians Kellie Pickler and Kyle Jacobs, and Roastmaster Jeff Ross. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro/Released)
An F-16 Fighting Falcon deployed with the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxies for a combat mission from the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Southwest Asia, Dec. 13, 2016. The unit was able to fly combat operations within 15 hours of arriving at the deployed location.(U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)(Released)
AMMAN (December 15, 2016) -- U.S. and Jordanian Non-Commissioned officers pose for a group photo following a graduation ceremony for the Jordan Basic Instructor Course. The two-week long course, which features instruction from U.S. Army NCO's, is designed to enhance the leadership abilities of the JAF’s enlisted leaders. (U.S. Central Command photo by Marine Sgt. Jordan Belser)
U.S. Air Force Airmen from the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Manpower and Personnel directorate worked to provide an opportunity for deployed Airmen to apply for the RQ-4 Global Hawk Remote Piloted Aircraft enlisted pilot training program. Them AFCENT team coordinated with personnel from multiple organizations across the globe to ensure each interested Airman was given the opportunity to pursue their ambitions of becoming part of the first group of enlisted pilots since World War II. (Courtesy photo)
MANAMA, Bahrain (Dec. 10, 2016) From left, Commander of U.S. Central Command Gen. Joseph Votel reviews a map with French Advisor to the Minister of Defense Vice Adm. Herve de Bonnaventure and French Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian during the 12th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS): The Manama Dialogue. IISS Manama Dialogue provides a platform to exchange views on political, economic, social and security challenges around the Middle East and North Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Victoria Kinney)

CENTCOM Social Media

Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Facebook
The Combined Joint Operations Center -- Baghdad (CJOC-B) brings together Coalition members of the Combined Joint Forces Land Component Command -- Operation Inherent Resolve, in an international partnership to assist the Iraqi Security Forces in the on-going effort to defeat the Islamic State of the Levant in Iraq. Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve - عملية العزم الصلب | Danger 6 | U.S. Army Central
Twitter
Facebook
Great photo Danger 6 - Keep up the great work! #OneTeam
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Twitter
Facebook
Brig. Gen. Badr Sanullhaq, General Staff Engineering Directorate First Deputy for the Afghan National Army, met with counter IED advisors from Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan to assess improvements in logistics and sustainment towards stronger day-to-day C-IED operations. The #trainadviseassist session shed light on the disposition of recovered or captured homemade explosives, advanced skill identifiers for incentive pay, and upcoming trainings on C-IED systems. Resolute Support Mission
Facebook
It's H-Hour: Australian and New Zealand Defence Force trainers from Task Group Taji 4 are running Iraqi Security Forces through complex urban operations training at Taji Military Complex, Iraq. This training focuses on developing Iraqi junior leaders, so they can better prepare their forces and take the fight to Daesh. #DefeatDaesh #OpOkra #YourADF #ADFonOps Australian Army Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve - عملية العزم الصلب New Zealand Army ADF on Operations and Exercises 1st Armoured Regiment - Australian Army
Facebook
https://www.army.mil/article/180736/ Here is an article on the Coalition team working with #Iraqi leaders at the Combined Joint Operations Center in #Baghdad. The CJOC-B is the nerve center for joint operations in #Iraq where the Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve - عملية العزم الصلب team tracks, coordinates and enables support for Iraqi security forces throughout the #Mosul offensive Danger 6
Facebook
559,408
Like Us
Twitter
229,739
Follow Us