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April 27, 2025 at 6:09 PM
On February 17, 2025, U.S. Central Command conducted a Bomber Task Force Mission in the Middle East with two B-52s and F-15 escorts to showcase military capabilities and commitment to regional security.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb 20, 2025, U.S. Central Command conducted a Bomber Task Force Mission with two B-52s supporting regional force projection and partner integration, involving aerial refueling and training with a partner nation's fighter escorts.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
CENTCOM hosted the International Maritime Exercise (IMX) 2025 from February 9-20, involving 5,000 personnel from over 30 countries to enhance regional maritime security and cooperation, showcasing interoperability and commitment to rules-based order.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb. 21, 2025, CENTCOM conducted a precision airstrike in Northwest Syria, killing Wasim Tahsin Bayraqdar, a key figure in Al-Qaeda affiliate Hurras al-Din. This action is part of ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist threats to the U.S. and allies.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla hosted the CENTCOM Component Commanders' Conference in Qatar, discussing operations, security cooperation, and countering extremist organizations. He also met with Qatar's military leaders to enhance U.S.-Qatar partnerships.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
U.S. Central Command appointed Joy Shanaberger as the new CTO, succeeding Sky Moore, who was mobilized for Navy service. Shanaberger has a strong background in defense innovation and is expected to enhance military effectiveness at CENTCOM.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb. 23, U.S. Central Command conducted an airstrike in Northwest Syria, killing Muhammed Yusuf Ziya Talay, a senior leader of Hurras al-Din, an Al-Qaeda affiliate. This action supports efforts to combat terrorism and protect U.S. interests.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On March 4, 2025, U.S. Central Command conducted its third Bomber Task Force Mission in two weeks in the Middle East, involving a B-52H from the UK, aimed at enhancing partner interoperability and showcasing force capabilities.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On March 6, Syrian Democratic Forces, supported by U.S. Central Command, captured ISIS leader Salah Mohammad Al-Abdullah in Shahil, Syria, confiscating various weapons. This operation is part of the ongoing campaign to defeat ISIS.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On March 13, 2025, U.S. Central Command, with Iraqi forces, carried out a precision airstrike in Al Anbar, killing Abu Khadijah, the Global ISIS #2 leader, and another operative. Abu Khadijah was crucial for ISIS operations globally.

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
GEN. Michael Kurilla of CENTCOM engaged with leaders in Israel, Jordan, Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen from April 1-5, 2025, to strengthen security partnerships, discuss interoperability, and address regional threats.

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April 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On March 13, 2025, U.S. Central Command and Iraqi forces conducted a precision airstrike in Al Anbar, killing ISIS leader Abu Khadijah and another operative. He was a key figure in ISIS operations and finance, identified via DNA from a previous raid.

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March 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On March 13, U.S. Central Command and Iraqi forces conducted a precision airstrike in Al Anbar, Iraq, killing Abu Khadijah, ISIS's #2 leader, and another operative. Abu Khadijah directed ISIS operations globally and was identified through DNA from a previous raid.

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March 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On March 6, 2025, Syrian Democratic Forces, aided by U.S. Central Command, captured ISIS leader Salah Mohammad Al-Abdullah in Shahil, Syria, and seized various weapons. This operation supports the ongoing effort to defeat ISIS in the region.

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March 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On March 4, 2025, U.S. Central Command conducted a Bomber Task Force Mission in the Middle East, involving a B-52H from RAF Fairford and focusing on interoperability and force projection. It was the third such mission in two weeks.

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March 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb. 23, 2025, U.S. Central Command conducted a precision airstrike in Northwest Syria, killing Muhammed Yusuf Ziya Talay, a leader of the terrorist group Hurras al-Din, as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region.

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March 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
U.S. Central Command has appointed Joy Shanaberger as the new CTO, succeeding Sky Moore, who was mobilized for Navy service. Shanaberger, with a strong defense innovation background, aims to enhance military capabilities in the CENTCOM region.

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February 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On February 22-23, Gen. Kurilla hosted the CENTCOM Component Commanders' Conference in Qatar, focusing on operations, security, and countering extremist groups. He also met with Qatari military leaders to enhance U.S.-Qatar military cooperation.

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February 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb. 21, 2025, U.S. Central Command conducted a strike in Northwest Syria, killing Wasim Tahsin Bayraqdar, a senior figure in Hurras al-Din. CENTCOM reaffirms its commitment to combating terrorism to protect the U.S. and its allies.

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February 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On February 20, 2025, U.S. Central Command executed a Bomber Task Force Mission with two B-52s flying from the U.K. across Europe and six partner nations, highlighting force projection and regional integration efforts.

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February 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
U.S. Central Command hosted IMX 2025, a 12-day multinational maritime exercise with 5,000 personnel from over 30 nations, promoting regional maritime security cooperation and interoperability, linking with exercise Cutlass Express.

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February 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb. 17, 2025, U.S. Central Command executed a Bomber Task Force Mission with two B-52s from the U.K. across Europe, demonstrating force capabilities, aerial refueling, and live munitions drops, supported by F-15s and partner nations.

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February 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb. 15, CENTCOM conducted a precision airstrike in Northwest Syria, killing a senior Hurras al-Din official. This action supports efforts to disrupt terrorist activities aimed at the U.S. and its allies, according to Gen. Kurilla.

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February 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On Feb. 12, 2025, Iraqi Security Forces, supported by U.S. Central Command, conducted an airstrike in Rawa, Iraq, killing five ISIS operatives. This operation is part of the ongoing Defeat-ISIS campaign to degrade ISIS capabilities and ensure regional security.

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February 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM