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…Reports of thefts or sudden shortages of chemicals, which could be used in the clandestine manufacture of explosives. Reports of large open-market purchases of explosives-related chemicals without an identifiable industrial use. Appearance of manufactured…

…Reports of large donations to new or revamped organizations. Reports of payment to locals for engaging in subversive or hostile activities. Reports of the formation of opposition paramilitary or militia organizations. Reports of lists of targets…

…The following can assist when using subjective probability: © Draw a circle and allocate slices of the circle or “pie” where the relative size of the slice of pie for a hypothesis represents how likely the analyst…

…Divide the number of votes received by each selected criterion by the total number of votes for all selected criteria. (For example, if the total number of votes for the selected criteria is 15 and the…

…Unity of Command (1) The purpose of unity of command is to ensure unity of effort under one responsible commander for every objective. (2) Unity of command means that all forces operate under a single commander…

…Campaign planning has its greatest application in the conduct of large-scale combat operations, but can be used across the range of military operations. While intended primarily to guide the use of military power, campaign plans…

Chapter IV IV-2 JP 3-0 (b) An area of influence is a geographical area wherein a commander is directly capable of influencing operations by maneuver or fire support systems normally under the commander’s…

…Under the law of war, the balancing of military necessity in relation to collateral damage is known as the principle of proportionality. Limiting collateral damage will not only reduce the requirement to address civilian claims but…

Joint Operations Across the Range of Military Operations V-27 e. 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…

Chapter III III-38 JP 3-0 (b) The early introduction of preventive medicine personnel or units into theater helps protect US forces from diseases and injuries. It also permits a thorough assessment of the health…

…International Law and the Law of War Law of war is that part of international law that regulates the conduct of armed hostilities. It encompasses all international law for the conduct of hostilities binding on the…

The Joint Targeting Cycle II-15 (3) All estimates generated during this phase are situation-specific, reflecting the pairing of forces against targets under particular conditions of employment. As such, users of this information must use…

The Targeting Assessment Process D-9 target elements means an assessment cell can provide an estimate of success refined with the latest available information. As more definitive data becomes available, the assessment becomes less of an…

…To that end and as far as military requirements dictate, methods and means of attack should be employed with due regard to the protection and preservation of the natural environment. Destruction of the environment not required…

Chapter II II-18 JP 3-60 operational picture (COP) are critical elements during phase 6 of the joint targeting cycle where outcomes are analyzed and future actions are determined. (3) Targeteers work closely with planners…

Chapter II II-20 JP 3-60 Normally, a summary of the plan resulting from the force assignment process, once approved by the component commander, is briefed to the JFC. Generally, operations and intelligence staffs work…

…this does not imply any level of command authority over air assets.) It may be included as a section of or appendix to the SPINS (and thus of the ATO). Execution Planning and Force Execution Purpose…

40 It is critically important to stress that all estimates generated during this phase are situation-specific, reflecting the pairing of a particular force against a particular target, under a particular condition of employment. As such…

viii › Regardless of the level of assessment, the process of analyzing the adversary, choosing appropriate measures, evaluating progress, and recommending action consists of the same four basic steps: Define, monitor, analyze, and recommend. (Page 66) › Targeting…

41 CPD MAAP team, which takes the final prioritized list of weaponeered targets and allocates airpower by melding available capabilities and resources with the TET’s weaponeering recommendations. The result is a translation of the total…