…wage protracted operations in an attempt to break the will of their opponent and influence relevant populations. At the same time, terrorists and insurgents also seek to bolster their own legitimacy and credibility with those same…

…Electronic versions are available on JDEIS at https://jdeis.js.mil (NIPRNET), and http://jdeis.js.smil.mil (SIPRNET), and on the JEL at http://www.dtic.mil/doctrine (NIPRNET). b. Only approved JPs and joint…

…Facilitates forward movement and grouping of assault units, particularly at night, and usually immediately precedes an attack. Reconnaissance, marking, and destruction of defending force’s obstacles. Indicates where assaults will occur. Gap-crossing equipment (swimming vehicles…

…Maritime forces operating in littoral areas can dominate coastal areas and rapidly generate high intensity offensive power at times and in locations required by JFCs. Maritime forces’ relative freedom of action enables JFCs to position these…

…The establishing commander should activate an assigned operational area at a specified date and time based on mission and situation considerations addressed during COA analysis and wargaming. Among others, common considerations include C2, the information environment…

…The very term BDA is limiting, since assessment extends well beyond “battle damage.” Any comprehensive view of assessment should tie evaluation of progress at the tactical level to all other levels of war, up to and…

…A series of related military operations aimed at accomplishing a strategic or operational objective within a given time and space. (JP 1–02) campaign assessment. The joint force commander’s broad qualitative and analytical determination of…

…Scheduled targets are prosecuted at a specific time. On- call targets have actions planned, but not for a specific delivery time. The commander expects to locate these targets in sufficient time to execute planned actions. These…

…and then back to the targeteers, becomes even more critical in these instances. (6) Combat Assessment (CA). At the tactical and operational levels, assessment cells develop a task list assigning specific targets or target sets to…

…They are typically directed at a specific audience to create a specific effect. For additional guidance on PA and IO support to SC and communications strategy, refer to JP 3-61, Public Affairs, and JP 3…

…Reaching plausible conclusions can often entail speculation and much deductive and inductive reasoning. › Target’s normal or reported activity. › Target status (state or condition at a given point in time [e.g., “operational,” “inoperative”]). › Degree, proportion…

…However, it is important not to search for indicators of an expected COA or to expect a certain COA at all. Leaders use indicators as a tip-off that something is occurring but demand that intelligence…

90 For example, an armored vehicle used in combat is located at a school. The vehicle is a valid target. However, destroying the vehicle with certain types of munitions may place lives and safety of nearby…

…All approved targets are weaponeered to include at least the following: › Target identification and description. › Recommended aim points/DPIs. › Desired level(s) of damage, degradation, or exploitation. › Weapon system and munitions recommendations. › Fuzing requirements (if required…

…The threat intentions matrix is a technique used to efficiently look at information from the threat’s point of view. It is necessary for the analyst using the technique to have knowledge of the motivation, goals…

…Plans must tie objectives and effects at all levels, and actions together into a logical, coherent whole. Targeting supports operational-level planning by helping validate that elements of a plan are feasible or are not cost…

…A joint operation does not require that all forces participate in a particular operation merely because they are available; the JFC has the authority and responsibility to tailor forces for the mission at hand. f. Principles…

…to isolate their adversaries from the relevant populations and their external supporters, physically as well as psychologically. At the same time, they also seek to bolster their own legitimacy and credibility to exercise authority over that…

…Stability operations are likely restricted to parts of the operational area away from immediate combat, or might not occur at all. As the joint force achieves objectives and combat abates, the focus shifts to actions typical…

…Some, indeed, are fleeting and require near-immediate prosecution if they are to be targeted at all. Such targets require a procedure that can be worked through quickly and that facilitates quick transition from receipt of…