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U.S. Marines and an Airman train on the Skydio X2D small Unmanned Aerial System in the U.S. Central Command Area of Responsibility.

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U.S. Marines conduct nighttime maintenance operations on an M142 HIMARS in the U.S. Central Command area of operation, ensuring the system remains mission ready at all times.

[U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command @USMARCENT]

Over the past week, MARCENT welcomed Gen. Eric M. Smith, Commandant of the Marine Corps, and Rear Adm. Guido F. Valdes, HQMC Health Services. The visits highlight continued focus on readiness and the well-being of Marines and Sailors across the region. @USMC

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During a visit to the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli, U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Joseph R. Clearfield, Commander, U.S. Marine Forces, Central Command, had the opportunity to speak directly with Marines aboard the ship and discuss equipment and gear capabilities.

[U.S. Central Command @CENTCOM]

U.S. Sailors and Marines aboard USS Tripoli (LHA 7) arrived in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March 27. The America-class amphibious assault ship serves as the flagship for the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group / 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit composed of about 3,500 Sailors and Marines in addition to transport and strike fighter aircraft, as well as amphibious assault and tactical assets.

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U.S. Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314 conducts routine flight operations aboard USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea. VMFA -314 is currently deployed to the @CENTCOM area of operations supporting maritime security and regional stability.

[U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command @USMARCENT]

Lt. Gen. Joseph Clearfield, MARCENT Commander and chairman of the Mechanism, welcomed Gen. Rodolphe Haykal, Lebanese Armed Forces Chief of Defense, during his official visit to MARCENT in support of continued senior leader engagement. @CENTCOM @LebarmyOfficial @CENTCOMArabic

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Lt. Gen. Joseph Clearfield, MARCENT commander and chairman of the Mechanism, highlighted the importance of sustained military-to-military dialogue and structured engagement in support of the Cessation of Hostilities framework and regional stability.

[U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command @USMARCENT]

U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Central Command (MARCENT) hosted a bilateral engagement with senior Lebanese Armed Forces leaders at MacDill AFB, reinforcing continued coordination and dialogue through the Cessation of Hostilities Supervisory Committee (the Mechanism). @CENTCOM

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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Central Command 2025 Year in Review highlights a year of partnership building, operational readiness, and crisis response in support of regional security and U.S. national objectives across the @CENTCOM area of operations.

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U.S. Marines, Sailors and civilians with MARCENT, along with service members from several units, took the field for MARCENT’s Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl. The flag football tournament strengthened camaraderie and esprit de corps across the base.

[Commandant of the @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps]

Before we formed a Nation, we formed a Corps of Marines. For 250 years @USMC has fought & won our country’s battles in every clime & place. Our legacy & warrior ethos have been forged in combat & passed down through generations. We are the few, the proud. Happy Birthday, Marines!

[U.S. Embassy Beirut @usembassybeirut]

Pentalateral Members Convene for 12th Meeting; LAF Operations Ongoing in Lebanon

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#Marines with @iimefmarines participate in a machine gun familiarization range during exercise Native Fury (NF) 25.

NF is a biannual exercise focused on the demonstration of the rapid offload and integration of a Maritime Prepositioned Force in the U.S. Central Command area of operations in support of regional security, crisis response, and contingency operations.

#USMC #Training #SemperFi

[Commandant of the @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps]

On Wednesday, I visited & recognized some outstanding Marines at @USMARCENT. It was great to see how Marines are implementing AI tools to support targeting & intel in real-world operations across @CENTCOM. Marines are working hard every day, worldwide, to support our Joint Force.

[U.S. Marines @USMC]

#Marines with @2dMarDiv take part in a base defense exercise during exercise Native Fury (NF) 25 in Jordan, July 6, 2025.

NF25 focused on the demonstration of the rapid offload and integration of a Maritime Prepositioned Force in the U.S. Central Command area of operations in support of regional security, crisis response, and contingency operations.

#USMC #SemperFi #Training

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U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division carried out a mass casualty drill during Exercise Native Fury 25 in Jordan. From casualty evacuation to patient tracking, Marines refined their ability to respond quickly and effectively in crisis scenarios. @USMC | @CENTCOM

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What began as a reenlistment became a moment newly promoted Sergeant Jason Figueroa will never forget. The Commandant of the Marine Corps surprised him with a meritorious promotion at MARCENT, recognizing his exceptional leadership and performance. @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps

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Congrats to Maj. Jonathan Bowman, named the 2025 Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare Officer of the Year for outstanding performance at MARCENT. The EWEA honors Marines and Sailors who advance naval expeditionary warfare through innovation and leadership.

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Marines and Sailors with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, conducted battlesight zero training during #NativeFury25 in Jordan. Exercise NF25 demonstrates the value of operating in unfamiliar environments, maximizing our collective strengths and building trust.
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