US Army Central (Third Army)

Night! Night! @CENTCOM @usarmycentral #CJTFOIR #coalition

U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolts maintain continuous air patrol capability after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

Soldiers from the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade executed heavy weapons range training in the CENTCOM area of responsibility, refining their lethality and reinforcing crew-level readiness. Training with M240 and M2 systems ensures units remain prepared to support Operation…

Jordanian Armed Forces joined @USArmy Advisors in Fort Polk, Louisiana for Joint Readiness Training Center Rotation 25-08. Training exercises like this help strengthen interoperability and enhance readiness while promoting regional security.

U.S. Army Infantrymen execute night fire operations training using M240B machine guns with tracers and illumination rounds from an M320 grenade launchers in the CENTCOM area of responsibility.

U.S. Army Central CSM Eric McCray poses with the 2025 Army Futures Command Best Squad at Shaw AFB. Infantrymen from 2-22 IN, 10th Mountain Division, representing USARCENT, won Army Futures Command for the second year and will compete at the Army-level.

For the first time, @ArmedForcesJO joined a U.S. training exercise at JRTC in Fort Polk, Louisiana strengthening interoperability, enhancing readiness, and deepening leadership-level ties to promote regional security and meet shared defense challenges. Photos by SSG Devon Jones

Nighttime just got louder. Witness the power of the 120mm mortar lighting up the darkness. Precision, range, and impact—this is what ensures safety and mission success from afar. What’s your favorite military tech? @CENTCOM @usarmycentral #CJTFOIR #Coalition #Mortar #Artillery…

On June 10, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Forces conducted a precision airstrike in Northwest Syria killing Rakhim Boev, a Syria-based ISIS official who was involved in planning external operations threatening U.S. citizens, our partners, and civilians. This airstrike is part…

A U.S. Army attack helicopter, the AH-64 Apache, designed primarily for close air support, anti-armor operations, and armed reconnaissance conducts patrols in the CENTCOM area of responsibility.

The night doesn’t slow us down—it sharpens us. Our Soldiers fire live rounds under the cover of darkness to stay combat-ready when visibility disappears but danger doesn’t. Ever had to trust your training more than your sight? @CENTCOM @usarmycentral @10MTNDIV #CJTFOIR…

"Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way.” — Gen. George S. Patton’s relentless drive changed WWII forever. ⚔️ Watch how his bold moves turned the tide at the Battle of the Bulge. #Army250

U.S. and Qatari Special Operations Forces conduct partner training during Invincible Sentry 25. For the third time in seven years, Qatar hosted U.S. forces for the combined military exercise designed to improve interoperability and strengthen the enduring partnership between the…

24-hour readiness starts on the range. Live-fire day and night ensures soldiers are confident in movement, fire control, and tactical execution. Could you stay locked in with zero light and live rounds flying? @CENTCOM @usarmycentral @10MTNDIV #CJTFOIR #Marksmanship #LiveFire

This is how lethality is built. From close-quarters to long-range precision, each weapon serves a purpose and our Soldiers train to master them all. Check it out! @CENTCOM @usarmycentral @10MTNDIV #CJTFOIR #Coalition #Marksmanship #LiveFire #Sharpshooter #OnTarget

Six branches. One unwavering mission: to protect and defend the United States of America. This Armed Forces Day, we honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of all who serve our great nation.

One shot. One boom. Hand grenades sharpen speed and precision in close quarters while the M320 builds skill in arcing fire and cover penetration. Which would you want to try — frag or launcher? @CENTCOM @usarmycentral @10MTNDIV #CJTFOIR #Boom #Grenade #GrenadeLauncher #LiveFire

Blast suits protect the body — sharp minds protect everyone else. French and U.S. EOD troops push limits in joint training, ensuring they can disarm danger in any situation. How steady are your hands? @CENTCOM @usarmycentral @EtatMajorFR #CJTFOIR #Coalition #CHAMMAL #bomb #EOD

A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II refuels during operations over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

U.S. Air Force and Norwegian Army service members, part of the defeat ISIS mission, coordinate with a U.S. Air Force AC-130 gunship during a close air support, live-fire training exercise focused on procedures to ensure interoperability between Coalition ground forces and air…