In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces conducted two separate airstrikes against ISIS, in northeastern Somalia on Nov. 3, 2017, killing several terrorists.
A safe, stable, secure and prosperous Africa is an enduring United States interest. Niger is an important partner to the U.S. The United States and Niger have a long-standing bilateral relationship.
Massive attack in Mogadishu spurs quick-response support from CJTF-HOA
12:32 PM10/17/2017
At the request of the Federal Government of Somalia and in coordination with the U.S. Mission to Somalia and U.S. Africa Command, a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft departed from the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) here, loaded with medical and recovery supplies in response to the terrorist attacks that killed and injured hundreds in Mogadishu on October 14.
U.S. Marines strengthen Djiboutian Army by leading joint bilateral academy course in Africa
10:28 AM10/16/2017
U.S. Marine Cpl. Payton Martin of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit helps Abdo-Salam Yacin, a Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) soldier, observe the use of the guidon during the U.S. Marine Corps Corporals Course held by Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Oct. 7, 2017. FAD participation in the CJTF-HOA Joint Corporals Course denotes the important occasion of an African military taking part in this curriculum. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andria Allmond)
U.S., Japanese, French, Italian militaries partner for first multilateral NEO exercise in Africa
9:36 AM10/2/2017
Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa , along with members of the French and Italian militaries, conducted the first multilateral noncombatant evacuation operation exercise and training for the Japan at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa, Sept. 29, 2017. Along with participating in the loading of a Japanese light armored vehicle into a C-130 Hercules aircraft, participatns were involved in breakout sessions that included convoy and force protection procedure; seld-aid and buddy care; capabilities and assest assessments. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andria Allmond)
U.S., Japanese, French, Italian militaries partner for first multilateral NEO exercise in Africa
9:31 AM10/2/2017
Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa , along with members of the French and Italian militaries, conducted the first multilateral noncombatant evacuation operation exercise and training for the Japan at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa, Sept. 29, 2017. Along with participating in the loading of a Japanese light armored vehicle into a C-130 Hercules aircraft, participatns were involved in breakout sessions that included convoy and force protection procedure; seld-aid and buddy care; capabilities and assest assessments. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andria Allmond)
U.S., Japanese, French, Italian militaries partner for first multilateral NEO exercise in Africa
9:31 AM10/2/2017
Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa hosted a noncombatant evacuation operation (NEO) exercise to share best practices with the Japanese military located in Djibouti, Africa, Sept. 27 - 19, 2017. The exercise included military representation from French and Italian partner nations. During the mulit-day event, CJTF-HOA conducted table-top exercises, a combat lifesaver course and force protection discussion along with the NEO on Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Africa.
U.S., Japanese, French, Italian militaries partner for first multilateral NEO exercise in Africa
9:28 AM10/2/2017
Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa hosted a noncombatant evacuation operation (NEO) exercise to share best practices with the Japanese military located in Djibouti, Africa, Sept. 27 - 19, 2017. The exercise included military representation from French and Italian partner nations. During the mulit-day event, CJTF-HOA conducted table-top exercises, a combat lifesaver course and force protection discussion along with the NEO on Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Africa.
U.S., Japanese, French, Italian militaries partner for first multilateral NEO exercise in Africa
9:28 AM10/2/2017
Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa hosted a noncombatant evacuation operation (NEO) exercise to share best practices with the Japanese military located in Djibouti, Africa, Sept. 27 - 19, 2017. The exercise included military representation from French and Italian partner nations. During the mulit-day event, CJTF-HOA conducted table-top exercises, a combat lifesaver course and force protection discussion along with the NEO on Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Africa.
In coordination with the Libyan Government of National Accord, U.S. forces conducted two precision airstrikes in Libya against ISIS militants Sept. 26, 2017, at approximately 2:50 p.m. local time, killing several ISIS militants.
443rd Civil Affairs Bn trains others to save lives
10:08 AM9/26/2017
U.S. Army Sgt. Marina Ovalles, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa supply sergeant, lubes the nasopharyngeal airway during the practical application assessment portion of the test to certify in the combat lifesaver course held on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Sept. 15, 2017. The U.S. Army Combat Lifesaver Course is intended to bridge first aid training – self and buddy care — and the medical training given to combat medics. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joe Harwood)
443rd Civil Affairs Bn trains others to save lives
10:08 AM9/26/2017
U.S. Army Sgt. Marina Ovalles, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa supply sergeant, prepares her medical supply kit for the practical application assessment portion of the test to certify in the combat lifesaver course held on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Sept. 15, 2017. The five-day course consists of 40 hours of blended classroom and hands-on training given by certified combat medics, and is open to all military branches here. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joe Harwood)
443rd Civil Affairs Bn trains others to save lives
10:08 AM9/26/2017
U.S. Navy Builder First Class Earl Doan, Camp Lemonnier facility manager specialist, simulates a patient with head trauma and symptoms of shock during the practical application assessment portion of the test to certify in the combat lifesaver course held on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Sept. 15, 2017. The U.S. Army Combat Lifesaver Course is intended to bridge first aid training – self and buddy care — and the medical training given to combat medics. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joe Harwood)