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American pier established off the coast of Gaza
The US Central Command released the first photos of the American pier built off the coast of Gaza in coordination with Israel.
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US army shoots down ballistic missile fired by Houthis
Earlier, the Houthis’ military spokesperson said the Iranian-backed rebels attacked what they said were two American ships and an Israeli vessel.
'You saved a lot of lives'
Biden congratulates pilots who intercepted Iranian missiles
US President lauded the members of the 494th and 335th fighter jet squadrons. 'Thanks to extraordinary skill, the United States helped Israel take down almost all of those incoming missiles, you're remarkable.'
US army:
'We destroyed more than 80 drones during Iranian attack'
CENTCOM says US forces destroyed more than 80 Iranian drones and at least six ballistic missiles intended to strike Israel from Iran and Yemen.
Following Iranian attack
Chief of Staff speaks to CENTCOM commander
LG Herzi Halevi thanked General Michael Erik Kurilla and noted that the close cooperation between the two militaries throughout the war has led to the formation of a strong defensive coalition that proved itself last night.
Amid Iranian threats:
Senior US general to visit Israel
Axios reports that CENTCOM commander Gen. Erik Kurilla will visit Israel on Thursday to coordinate around a possible attack on Israel by Iran and its proxies.
US destroys Houthi aerial systems in Yemen
CENTCOM says the unmanned aerial systems presented a threat to US and coalition forces and merchant vessels in the region.
US Army and Jordanian Air Force airdrop aid into Gaza
CENTCOM says the latest airdrop included 13,080 meal equivalents.
US army destroys Houthi drone in the Red Sea
CENTCOM also says it destroyed five unmanned surface vessels and one UAV in self-defense, in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
US dispatches vessel to provide aid to Gaza
CENTCOM announces that USAV General Frank S. Besson has departed for the Mediterranean, where it will provide humanitarian aid to Gaza by sea.
US army:
'The Houthis killed innocent civilians'
US Central Command posts photo showing the damage caused to a commercial ship which was attacked by the Houthis, resulting in the deaths of three people.
In Red Sea:
US army shoots down Houthi missiles and drones
US army announces strikes on Houthi targets after the Houthis claimed they targeted two US warship destroyers in the Red Sea.
CENTCOM commander meets Israel's Defense Min.
'We are fighting to defend our freedom and our common values,' Defense Min. Gallant says following meeting with CENTCOM commander General Kurilla.
Head of CENTCOM visited Israel last week
US Central Command says its Commander, Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, visited the Middle East, including Israel, where he met Defense Minister Gallant and Chief of Staff Halevi.
US shoots down five UAVs in Red Sea
UAVs originating from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen determined to present 'imminent threat to merchant vessels' and US, coalition, ships in Red Sea, CENTCOM says.
US eliminates Houthi unmanned underwater vessel
This is the first observed Houthi employment of a UUV since the attacks began. CENTCOM also eliminated three mobile anti-ship cruise missiles and one unmanned surface vessel.
US forces down Houthi missile in the Red Sea
The incident occurred hours after the US and Britain announced they had struck 36 targets of the Iranian-affiliated Houthis in Yemen.
In the Red Sea
US intercepts Houthi anti-ship cruise missile
US destroyer intercepts Houthi anti-ship cruise missile launched toward the Red Sea, says CENTCOM.
Iraq:
US strikes facilities used by pro-Iranian militias
US targets three facilities used by Iranian-backed Kataib Hezbollah and other Tehran-affiliated groups in Iraq.
Iraq:
Pro-Iranians attack base which hosts US troops
CENTCOM says one Iraqi was wounded after pro-Iranian militias attacked the al-Assad Airbase in Iraq, which hosts US troops.
After attack on vessel:
US strikes Houthi targets in Yemen
US conducts fourth round of strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen after CENTCOM confirms a US-owned ship was attacked.
Houthis claim:
'We attacked a US vessel in the Gulf of Aden'
Houthis claim responsibility for attack on American vessel. CENTCOM: The ship in question sustained minor damage.
Red Sea:
US aircraft shoot down Houthi missile
US fighter aircraft shoot down anti-ship cruise missile fired by Houthis at the USS Laboon. No injuries or damage reported.
After attack on Maersk vessel:
US shoots down Houthi-fired ballistic missiles
US missile destroyer shoots down two anti-ship ballistic missiles while responding to a Houthi attack on merchant vessel.
Red Sea:
US shoots down drone and missiles fired by Houthis
CENTCOM says the incident marks the 22nd attempted attack on international shipping since October 19.
The provocations continue:
US shoots down Houthi-fired drones and missiles
US Central Command says drones and ballistic missiles shot down in the Southern Red Sea.
US strikes pro-Iranian militia in Iraq
The strikes are in retaliation for multiple attacks against US forces in Iraq and Syria.
CENTCOM:
Houthi rebels fired ballistic missiles towards int'l ships
US Central Command says it shot down four UAVs from Houthi-controlled area towards the Red Sea.
CENTCOM:
Houthis attacked two vessels in the Red Sea
Blinken speaks to Saudi Foreign Minister, condemns Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
3rd time since war began:
CENTCOM commander arrives in Israel
Top CENTCOM officials visit Israel, are briefed by top IDF officials on progress of war in Gaza.
US threatens to respond after ships attacked in Red Sea
CENTCOM says Houthi rebels attacked three commercial vessels in the Red Sea, promises “appropriate responses”.
Yemen:
US shoots down drones fired from Houthi-controlled areas
The incident comes amid heightened tensions with the Iranian-backed Houthis.
Pentagon announces:
Nuclear-powered submarine has arrived in the Middle East
US Central Command announces arrival of an Ohio-class submarine, designed for extended strategic deterrent patrols, to the Middle East.
Amid war with Hamas:
US aircraft carrier arrives in the Mediterranean Sea
CENTCOM says the USS Gerald Ford will "deter any actor seeking to escalate the situation or widen this war."
US seizes Iranian bullets, transfers them to Ukraine
CENTCOM announces 1.1 million rounds seized off vessel used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will be given to Ukraine.
US military reveals it eliminated ISIS leader in Syria
In a strike in Syria, CENTCOM killed Usamah al-Muhajir, an ISIS leader in eastern Syria.
Yoav Gallant meets with head of US military's CENTCOM
Israeli Defense Minister presents IDF's achievements during latest round of fighting in Gaza to CENTCOM commander.
Head of US Central Command participates in annual IDF drill
Commander of US CENTCOM participates in situational assessment as part of the IDF’s annual exercise “Firm Hand.”
'I was thoroughly impressed':
CENTCOM Commander in Israel, visits naval commando unit
Head of US Central Command's visit focuses on continued cooperation and the strengthening of relations between the IDF and CENTCOM.
US confirms:
Senior ISIS leader killed in helicopter strike in Syria
CENTCOM says senior ISIS leader who planned attacks in the Middle East and Europe was killed in US raid in northern Syria.
Three ISIS officials killed in US raid in Syria
CENTCOM says raid resulted in death of senior ISIS leader who planned attacks in the Middle East and Europe.
US army downs Iranian-made drone in Syria
CENTCOM says the drone was attempting to conduct reconnaissance of a patrol base in northeast Syria.
IDF and US Military launch joint exercise
Juniper Falcon is part of a series of exercises conducted with CENTCOM and was planned as part of the IDF’s training program for 2023.
During raid in Syria:
US forces capture two ISIS members
The raid occurred on Saturday, according to Central Command spokesperson. Few other details made available.
Defense Minister Gallant meets US CENTCOM Commander
Israel's defense minister meets with commander of CENTCOM, General Michael Kurilla, at IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv.
CENTCOM commander congratulates Kochavi
CENTCOM chief General Michael “Erik” Kurilla lauds Kochavi on successful four-year command and 40-year career of service to the IDF.
US forces kill two ISIS terrorists in strike in Syria
CENTCOM says American forces killed two ISIS terrorists in unspecified location in eastern Syria.
US forces eliminate senior ISIS member in Syria
US army says it killed senior ISIS official Rakkan Wahid al-Shammari in a raid in northeast Syria.
Israeli Defense official:
'Leaving nuclear agreement was a mistake'
A senior Israeli defense official claims that leaving the nuclear agreement with Iran was a mistake – the question is what to do now.
Defense Min.: 'We must ensure Iran never gains nuclear umbrella'
'We constantly expand our cooperation to face Iranian malign activities,' Defense Min. Gantz says.
Gantz:
'Visit to CENTCOM was successful'
Defense Minister will continue his visit to the US with a meeting in Washington with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.
Gantz: US must act if Iran goes nuclear with or without deal
Defense Minister meets with US CENTCOM commander in Florida ahead of meeting with US National Security Adviser.
CENTCOM chief:
Israeli involvement in Middle East defense is a 'priority'
Head of US' CENTCOM says Israeli involvement in integrated defense against Iran is 'critical' and a 'priority.'
US CENTCOM Commander visits Israel
IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi to make historic visit to Morocco this week.
US CENTCOM Commander completes visit with IDF
4-star general Michael Kurilla concludes his first official visit to Israel as a personal guest of Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi.
IDF cyber defense directorate realigned with US CENTCOM
The realignment from the EUCOM to CENTCOM will allow the strengthening of cooperation between the two militaries.
CENTCOM chief:
'Number one objective is that Iran does not have nuclear weapon'
Gen. Kenneth McKenzie: Iran the greatest threat to regional security, the number one objective of the US is that Iran not possess nukes.
Top US general:
'Iran has 3,000 ballistic missiles that can hit Tel Aviv'
CENTCOM chief Kenneth McKenzie warns US lawmakers that Iran’s ballistic missiles pose a great threat.
IDF leaders visit US CENTCOM headquarters
Operations Directorate and Cooperation Directorate meet US military leaders in Tampa, Florida, discuss challenges faced by both countries.
Israel officially joins US CENTCOM
US Central Command officially assumes command responsibility for US forces in the State of Israel in move strengthening US-Israel alliance.
