Sentences with phrase «bases for military operations»

The neocon position has for over a decade focused on advancing American strategic interests in the oil - rich Middle East and finding ways to establish bases for military operations to protect those interests.

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The Trump administration recently touted FAA regulations that may make it easier for companies developing drones or drone - based services to test these in the U.S.. However, the FAA tightly restricted drone operations over 133 U.S. military bases as of April 2017.

The U.S. believes an operation in North Waziristan is key to success in the Afghan war because the area serves as the main base for the Haqqani network — a militant group that military officials have said poses the greatest threat to troops in Afghanistan.

In order to choose the winners for these prestigious awards, representatives from the NRA, NRAEF, and the Society for Foodservice and Hospitality Management travel with senior military officers to installations around the globe on a yearly basis to evaluate foodservice operations.

That this House notes that ISIL poses a direct threat to the United Kingdom; welcomes United Nations Security Council Resolution 2249 which determines that ISIL constitutes an «unprecedented threat to international peace and security» and calls on states to take «all necessary measures» to prevent terrorist acts by ISIL and to «eradicate the safe haven they have established over significant parts of Iraq and Syria»; further notes the clear legal basis to defend the UK and our allies in accordance with the UN Charter; notes that military action against ISIL is only one component of a broader strategy to bring peace and stability to Syria; welcomes the renewed impetus behind the Vienna talks on a ceasefire and political settlement; welcomes the Government's continuing commitment to providing humanitarian support to Syrian refugees; underlines the importance of planning for post-conflict stabilisation and reconstruction in Syria; welcomes the Government's continued determination to cut ISIL's sources of finance, fighters and weapons; notes the requests from France, the US and regional allies for UK military assistance; acknowledges the importance of seeking to avoid civilian casualties, using the UK's particular capabilities; notes the Government will not deploy UK troops in ground combat operations; welcomes the Government's commitment to provide quarterly progress reports to the House; and accordingly supports Her Majesty's Government in taking military action, specifically airstrikes, exclusively against ISIL in Syria; and offers its wholehearted support to Her Majesty's Armed Forces.

«That this house notes that ISIL poses a direct threat to the United Kingdom; welcomes United Nations Security Council Resolution 2249 which determines that ISIL constitutes an «unprecedented threat to international peace and security» and calls on states to take «all necessary measures» to prevent terrorist acts by ISIL and to «eradicate the safe haven they have established over significant parts of Iraq and Syria»; further notes the clear legal basis to defend the UK and our allies in accordance with the UN Charter; notes that military action against ISIL is only one component of a broader strategy to bring peace and stability to Syria; welcomes the renewed impetus behind the Vienna talks on a ceasefire and political settlement; welcomes the Government's continuing commitment to providing humanitarian support to Syrian refugees; underlines the importance of planning for post-conflict stabilisation and reconstruction in Syria; welcomes the Government's continued determination to cut ISIL's sources of finance, fighters, and weapons; notes the requests from France, the US and regional allies for UK military assistance; acknowledges the importance of seeking to avoid civilian causalities; using the UK's particular capabilities; notes the Government's will not deploy UK troops in ground combat operations; welcomes the Government's commitment to provide quarterly progress reports to the House; and accordingly supports Her Majesty's Government in taking military action, specifically airstrikes, exclusively against ISIL in Syria; and offers its wholehearted support to Her Majesty's Armed Forces.»

With the bill for replacing Trident on a like - for - like basis set to hit conventional forces, the Ministry of Defence may be forced to abandon Army hopes to refocus the military on counter-insurgency operations.

A military base is a facility directly owned and operated by or for the military or one of its branches that shelters military equipment and personnel, and facilitates training and operations.

For the military, the base serves multiple functions: It's the logistics center for the Navy's Atlantic fleet, a critical hub in the Navy's counter-drug operations in the Caribbean, and an outpost for U.S. immigration operatioFor the military, the base serves multiple functions: It's the logistics center for the Navy's Atlantic fleet, a critical hub in the Navy's counter-drug operations in the Caribbean, and an outpost for U.S. immigration operatiofor the Navy's Atlantic fleet, a critical hub in the Navy's counter-drug operations in the Caribbean, and an outpost for U.S. immigration operatiofor U.S. immigration operations.

Military operations typically use UAVs for wide area searches and surveillance, enemy air defense and conducting intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, such as securing a military base or a specifMilitary operations typically use UAVs for wide area searches and surveillance, enemy air defense and conducting intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, such as securing a military base or a specifmilitary base or a specific area.

Even before the construction of Camp Century and the plane crash, military operations had impacts on Greenlanders: The entire Inuit village of Uummannaq was relocated in 1953 to make way for the construction of the Thule Air Base, about 240 kilometers west of Camp Century.

In the next chapter, Ocelot told me about Mother Base, the strategic base of operations for Diamond Dogs, the private military corporation led by Big BBase, the strategic base of operations for Diamond Dogs, the private military corporation led by Big Bbase of operations for Diamond Dogs, the private military corporation led by Big Boss.

Set to be produced on a limited basis at Magna Steyr's operations in Graz, Austria, this fall, the colossal pickup started life as a six - wheeled military version of the G320 CDI created for the Australian army and is use since 2011.

(i) Recently, Nizar Trabelsi, an accused al Qaeda terrorist on trial in Belgium for planning a bomb attack on a US military base, admitted in court that he has dealt in diamonds to finance operations.

If the services are indeed to use alternative fuels in tactical weapon systems, these fuels must be able to substitute for one or more of the three petroleum - based distillate fuels that currently support the majority of military operations: the two military jet fuels, JP - 8 and JP - 5 («JP» stands for «jet propellant»), and naval distillate (F - 76).

«The City of Falls Church, home to one of the plaintiff clinics in Bray that experienced clinic blockades on almost a weekly basis for five years, declared in its amicus brief that it could not effectively contend with Operation Rescue's «military - style tactics.»

Its importance as a strategic military station is undiminished, as Naval Station Norfolk continues to be the largest base of operations for the United States Navy, supporting fleets in the Atlantic, Mediterranean and Indian Oceans.

- Supervised Tier 2 support operations for 135 units at 7 geographically - separated bases, leading military / contractor team of 24 technicians.

2001 — 2004: Shop Foreman, Brown & Root Services, (Airfield) Tuzla Air Base, Bosnia - Herzegovina Ensured adequate manpower, tools, equipment, spare parts, and workspace was available, and oversaw daily operations for fleet of 76 military vehicles valued at more than $ 8M.

Marketing Director — Whiteman Air Force Base, MO 2003 — 2005 Provided strategic and innovative marketing and promotional operations direction for base facilities that supported the morale, welfare and recreation for military and family membBase, MO 2003 — 2005 Provided strategic and innovative marketing and promotional operations direction for base facilities that supported the morale, welfare and recreation for military and family membbase facilities that supported the morale, welfare and recreation for military and family members.

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Managed all daily operations of military dining facility serving over 180,000 meals annually Responsible for equipment and facility valued at more than $ 2 million Oversaw food inventory and orders of approximately $ 720,000 annually Designed and implemented daily menu, 1,500 line items, and 48 ethnic dishes Trained, directed, and reviewed kitchen and service staff Maintained 98 % customer satisfaction rate for both food service and meal quality Collected customer feedback and designed strategies to improve client experience Ensured 100 % compliance with all applicable FDA food safety regulations Performed approximately 200 facility inspections and staff evaluations Programmed and repaired cash registers to guarantee accurate financial operations Authored and presented meal, service, personnel, and financial reports for senior leadership Devoted free time to honing skills and assuming additional duties Assisted base with security operations, logistics, inventory, and other tasks as needed Completed all assignments in a professional and positive manner Created an atmosphere of respect and devotion to team goals Received exemplary reviews resulting in consistent promotions ahead of schedule

Security Specialist — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee daily prison activities ensuring safety of prisoners, officers, and visitors Perform routine security sweeps to locate and remove contraband Utilize surveillance and communications equipment to closely monitor daily activities Maintain order and facility security in high pressure situations Train and lead junior team members ensuring preparedness and professionalism Complete multiple tours of duty in Iraq and England as well as state side service Train in military law enforcement tactics, weapons, theory, and hand to hand combat Qualify for use of M4, 9MM handgun, and 240B Machine Gun Proficient in base defense and perimeter external / internal security tactics Train in nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons defense Skilled in operation, repair, and maintenance of electronic equipment

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Oversaw security operations in the United States and during three tours of duty in Iraq Served in a 6 man scout sniper team which successfully completed 50 missions in theater Determined range, windage, and elevation for active insurgent targets Built strong rapport with indigenous people to attain information on High Priority targets Operated deep in hostile territory without support units for extended periods of time Trained and led a 12 marine security patrol team in combat and high pressure situations Provided fire support and communications with artillery, jets, and other support units Responsible for base security operations including checkpoints in hostile territory Searched vehicles and individuals for weapons and other contraband prior to base entry Highly trained in weapons, hand to hand combat, and field first aid Proficient in operation and maintenance of military communications technology Oversaw police operations including investigations, law enforcement, and administration Maintain the highest level of physical fitness and health Performed various humanitarian relief efforts throughout Africa and the surrounding area Handled high pressure situations in a calm, professional, and effective manner

• Combat Life Saver Course, Certified to assist in giving First Aid in real life situation — 2009 • AT Level 2 Officer's Course, Trained to apply base - level anti-terrorism measures and Force Protection at Joint Forward Operation Bases — 2009 • Food Defense, Qualified to prevent subsistence that has been intentionally tampered with, from entering the Army's food supply chain — 2009 • ServSafe, Qualified to maintain and teach the safe handling of food items in dining facilities, restaurants, grocery stores, and storage facilities — 2008 • Supervisor's Development Course, Trained and proficient in managing, supervising, and training military and civilian personnel in a mixed environment — 2005 • Advanced Safety Officers Course, Proficient in implementing and maintaining safety procedures for the military — 1999