U.S. Africa Command is orchestrating the safe, orderly withdrawal of American forces from Niger, a process rooted in mutual respect and transparency. As we navigate this transition, our unwavering priorities are the security of our personnel and the responsible handling of U.S. assets. This feature page offers an inside look at our meticulous withdrawal plan, developed in close coordination...
The eXportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC) is the Army National Guard (ARNG)
capstone training event for Brigade Combat Teams (BCT) to attain T-Level 3 (T3)
training readiness. Accordingly, the XCTC program affords commanders the opportunity
to assess Mission Essential Task (MET) proficiency in force-on-force and live fire
training environments. The XCTC mission is twofold: first,...
Commander, Carrier Strike Group 8 is one of five carrier strike groups under U.S. Fleet Forces command.
February 2024, the Department of the Air Force’s senior civilian and military leaders unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in those domains while also better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition.
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) deploys to the southern Atlantic Ocean in support of U.S. Southern Command and U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command / U.S. 4th Fleet, where the crew will conduct joint operations and exercises with international partners to counter Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing (IUUF).
James' crew will also participate in Operation Unified Resolve in the...
Cold Steel III is a series of mounted and crew-served weapons qualification
events conducted at several bases in order to increase readiness of U.S.
Army Reserve Soldiers and units.
The Ukraine Defense Consultative Group, a U.S. Secretary of Defense initiative, brings together global Allies and partners to discuss Ukraine's security cooperation.
Department of the Air Force leaders visited multiple bases in INDOPACOM to discuss ensuring stability and security and strengthen alliances and partnerships within the region. Department of the Air Force leaders also witnessed firsthand the Airmen behind the air power within the Indo-Pacific.
