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Task Force Spartan Soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment, 75th Field Artillery Brigade, showcased their ability to rapidly deploy High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) launchers anywhere in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility within hours during AMDEX 21-1. Air and Missile Defense Exercise 21-1, which started Oct. 12, develops and exercises tactics, techniques, and procedures against simulated air, cyber, force protection and missile threats.

United States Army Central - America's land domain experts in the Middle East and Central- and South Asia - postured through enduring forward presence and robust and capable partnerships to protect US national interests in the central region - and capable of rapid transition to command joint and coalition forces to defeat emerging threats.

A CH-47 Chinook helicopter, operated by Soldiers with Bravo Company, 2-104th General Support Aviation Battalion, 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade takes off from an airfield for a local area orientation flight in the 28th ECAB's area of operations after arriving in the Middle East. These flights ensure 28th ECAB aircrews are properly acclimated and can conduct missions safely during the deployment. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jose Brown)

As Theater Army and Coalition Forces Land Component Command (CFLCC), USARCENT enables the Joint Force in named operations and partners with regional land forces to build enduring coalitions that CONSOLIDATE gains against Violent Extremist Organizations (VEOs), COUNTER Iranian malign influence, and COMPETE against Russia and China; while simultaneously RESETTING the Theater for future operations and READY to prevail in crisis response and contingency operations in support of USCENTCOM.

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‘America's Premier Intelligence Brigade’ Welcomes New Leadership
June 30, 2026 — The 513th Military Intelligence Brigade (MIB) held a change of command ceremony at Fort Gordon, Georgia June 29, welcoming new leadership. ... MORE

The 513th Military Intelligence Brigade (MIB) held a change of command ceremony at Fort Gordon, Georgia June 29, welcoming new leadership

101 Critical Days of Summer
June 29, 2026 — With 101 days of Summer occurring from Memorial Day through Labor Day, we want to take a moment to speak directly to each one of you about something that matters deeply to us, your safety and your life... MORE

U.S. Army Central & Third Army Conducts Change of Command
June 4, 2026 — U.S. Army Central (ARCENT) and Third Army conducted a change of command ceremony June 4 in the Middle East, marking the transfer of leadership from Lt. Gen. Patrick Frank to Lt. Gen. Kevin Leahy. ... MORE

U.S., United Arab Emirates Land Forces to Train Together at Fort Polk, La.
August 7, 2025 — U.S. Army units and the United Arab Emirates Land Forces (UAELF) will complete a demanding training rotation at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., beginning in August... MORE

U.S. Army 3rd Security Assistance Brigade welcomes the United Arab Emirates Land Forces to Joint Readiness Training Center Rotation 25-10, Fort Polk, Louisiana, August 4, 2025

U.S., Jordanian Armed Forces hone lethality at JRTC
July 21, 2025 — Fort Polk, La.- Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF), in coordination with U.S. Army Central and 3d Security Forces Assistance Brigade (SFAB), conducted integrated training operations with 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division, during Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation 25-08. The 34th Infantry Division, primarily comprised of Soldiers from the Minnesota and Iowa Army National Guards, constituted the majority of participants in this exercise... MORE

U.S. Army 3d Security Forces Assistance Brigade advisors and Jordanian Armed Forces participate in Joint Readiness Training Center Rotation 25-08.

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🇺🇸 In a ceremony Monday on @USAGFortGordon , the 513th Military Intelligence Brigade turned a new chapter as Col. Sapriya McLendon relinqusihed command to Col. Benjamin Hopper. Story 👉 https://t.co/iWka3G52qe

A @USArmy paratrooper conducts marksmanship training with the M4 carbine in the Middle East. Such training helps soldiers maintain weapons proficiency, accuracy, and weapons handling skills in a variety of conditions. https://t.co/FJ3ZnmsyHG

A @USArmy AH-64 Apache attack helicopter takes off in the Middle East during routine flight operations. The Apache is equipped with sensors, avionics, and weapons systems designed to support reconnaissance and aerial security missions. https://t.co/LhO046merV

@USArmy petroleum supply specialists prepare to fuel a generator for a Patriot missile system in the Middle East. Petroleum supply specialists ensure the continuous, rapid distribution of fuel necessary to maintain the readiness and mobility of all Army combat assets in theater. https://t.co/K1XcvKzKNP

A @USArmy paratrooper works with a Coyote counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) in the Middle East. The Coyote enables soldiers to detect, track, and defeat adversarial UASs in support of force protection operations. https://t.co/a8bbKfbb7o

A @USArmy air defense artilleryman inspects ammunition in a Counter Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) system in the Middle East. C-RAM uses detection assets to track and destroy incoming threats with a 20mm Gatling gun. https://t.co/lfQS111z58

A @USArmy air defense artilleryman uses an angle grinder to remove a bolt connecting a Patriot interceptor to its launch platform in the Middle East. The Patriot is the Army’s primary terminal-phase anti-ballistic missile system. https://t.co/KGjxVRtqRg

A @USArmy paratrooper conducts small arms training with the M4 carbine during a live-fire range in the Middle East. Such training helps Soldiers improve weapons proficiency, accuracy, and weapons handling skills in a variety of conditions. https://t.co/0qWxLA53Mv

A @USArmy UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter sits against a backlit ramp on an airfield in the Middle East. The Black Hawk is a versatile helicopter used across a spectrum of operations in a variety of environments. https://t.co/oenZ9nSPfE

@USArmy tactical power generation specialists remove a generator from its mount during maintenance operations in the Middle East. Power generation specialists keep the battlefield running, directly enabling command and control on the front lines. https://t.co/huCdkqMiji

A @USArmy paratrooper prepares to launch an unmanned aerial system (UAS) in the Middle East during a routine training event. Small UAS platforms provide units with real-time aerial observation capabilities that assist with reconnaissance, security, and terrain analysis. https://t.co/rnB908PwXN

A @USArmy CH-47 Chinook helicopter repairer conducts maintenance on a turboshaft engine in the Middle East. The Chinook is the Army’s heavy-lift helicopter and its fastest. https://t.co/uNfHWftBAy

🪖 A legacy of excellence, 251 years in the making. Happy Birthday, @USArmy! To all of Amercia's Soldier's who serve and have served... we salute you. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/SXZ66eLO9G

A @USArmy air defense artilleryman inspects spent MIM-104 Patriot interceptors in the Middle East. The Patriot is the Army’s primary terminal-phase anti-ballistic missile system. https://t.co/lMrQdh6KCl

A @USArmy air defense artilleryman watches as spent Patriot interceptors are cross-loaded for transport in the Middle East. The Patriot is the Army’s primary terminal-phase anti-ballistic missile system. https://t.co/udQvMfPpZY

@USArmy paratroopers conduct small arms training with the M4 carbine during a live-fire range in the Middle East. Such training helps Soldiers improve weapons proficiency, accuracy, and weapons handling skills in a variety of conditions. https://t.co/Q1BSrL3Wpp

⚔️ Transition in Contact: On this red letter date in @USArmy history, the @36thInfantryDiv officially assumed command of @TFSpartan from the @42ndInfantryDiv today during a transfer of authority ceremony in the Middle East. Story 👉https://t.co/CMPcOOHioj https://t.co/5NE7s15RD0

A @USArmy air defense artilleryman prepares a spent MIM-104 Patriot interceptor for movement in the Middle East. The Patriot is the Army’s primary terminal-phase anti-ballistic missile system. https://t.co/p3voXcNTRX

🇺🇸 New chapter for Patton's Own! Today in the Middle East, @CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper presided over the ARCENT change of command. Join us in thanking Lt. Gen. Patrick Frank for 47 months of leadership & welcoming Lt. Gen. Kevin Leahy to the helm! https://t.co/wijM0HxI1p https://t.co/XDu3piNXxt

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