…For example, SOF may expose vulnerabilities through special reconnaissance and attack the enemy at tactical, operational, and strategic levels through direct action or using indigenous or surrogate forces. Additionally, the planning of CA and use of…

…Fires typically produce destructive effects, but various nonlethal ways and means (such as electronic attack [EA]) can be employed with little or no associated physical destruction. This function encompasses the fires associated with a number of…

…Is this target a valid “military objective”? “Military necessity” acknowledges that attacks can be made against targets, but only targets that are valid “military objectives.” In this case, the term “military objective” in this context comes…

…or conditions that impact operations. (ADRP 2-0) defensive task A task conducted to defeat an enemy attack, gain time, economize force, and develop conditions favorable for offensive or stability tasks. (ADRP 3-0) indications (joint…

…joint force commander JIPTL joint integrated prioritized target list JTCB joint targeting coordination board MAAP master air attack plan ROE rules of engagement Legend SORTIE/ALLOT sortie allotment SPINS special instructions TET targeting effects team TST…

…Certain targets may require special care or caution in treatment because attacking them improperly could lead to adverse consequences. Examples include leadership targets that should be handled with sensitivity due to potential political and/or diplomatic…

…Movement post-detonation of the personnel who carried out the detonation includes anyone who was there to observe the attack and report combat assessment. Emplace Burying or disguising the IED, running the wires for arming switches…

…The joint forcible entry operation commander will employ distributed, yet coherent, operations to attack the objective area or areas. The net result will be a coordinated attack that overwhelms the adversary before the adversary has time…

…When targets are restricted from lethal attacks, commanders should consider nonlethal capabilities as a means to achieve or support the commander’s objectives. However, use of nonlethal capabilities in targeting should not be limited to the…

…tasking order ATO Prod ATO production and dissemination JIPTL joint integrated prioritized target list MAAP master air attack plan Multiple Cycles with Specific Timetables Assessment ATO A ATO B ATO C ATO D ATO E AOD…

…Strikes and Raids (1) Strikes are attacks conducted to damage or destroy an objective or a capability. Strikes may be used to punish offending nations or groups, uphold international law, or prevent those nations or groups…

…Weaponeering should consider the availability of certain high-value weapons, which are normally limited in number and should be used only against targets that both require the weapon for a successful attack and are of sufficient…

…Such damage is not unlawful so long as it is not excessive in light of the overall military advantage anticipated from the attack. 6. Initial reports that contribute to physical damage assessment are often based primarily…

…desired effects Evaluate request/ nomination Submit combat assessment requirements Conduct CDE Conduct threat analysis Prioritize targets Select attack option Assess engagement capability Evaluate window of vulnerability Determine time available Update mission plans Verify ROE Geolocate target…

…Control of the air is a critical enabler because it allows joint forces both freedom from attack and freedom to attack. Using both defensive and offensive operations, JFCs employ complementary weapon systems and sensors to achieve…

…JTL joint target list JTWG joint targeting working group JWAC Joint Warfare Analysis Center MAAP master air attack plan MASINT measurement and signature intelligence MCRP Marine Corps reference publication MEA munitions effectiveness assessment MIDB modernized integrated…

…The US homeland and other US interests are potential targets for direct and indirect attack. Adversary actions are likely to follow asymmetric principles. They will avoid “hard” (defended) targets and attack vulnerable ones. Vulnerable targets may…

…For example, during DESERT STORM, strategic attack missions took down key nodes to deny power within the Iraqi electrical system. This effect was accomplished with little destruction of Iraqi civilian electrical power infrastructure. Nonetheless, many power…

…If an attack is directed against dual-use objects that might be legitimate military targets but also serve a legitimate civilian need (e.g., electrical power or telecommunications), then this factor must be carefully balanced against…

…The potential for fratricide increases due to the fluid nature of the nonlinear operational area and the changing disposition of attacking and defending forces. The presence of noncombatants in the operational area further complicates operations. (b…