national security

…Military operations vary in scope, purpose, and conflict intensity across a range that extends from military engagement, security cooperation, and deterrence activities to crisis response and limited contingency operations and, if necessary, to major operations and…

…In smaller conflicts, it may be necessary to consider “strategic” issues, such as how effectively other instruments of national power (like diplomatic, informational, and economic) are integrated with military efforts. This may also require evaluation of…

…Defensive measures might be limited to providing an increased level of security. A similar balance applies to the deter phase, Figure V-4. Notional Balance of Offensive, Defensive, and Stability Operations Notional Balance of Offensive, Defensive…

…In smaller-scale contingencies and stability operations, there may be significant play of non-military instruments of national power and considerable interaction between the military and non-DOD or nongovernmental agencies. These may require assessment at…

…Joint targeting federation needs are coordinated with the larger joint community and national agencies through the JTF staff J-2’s targeting directorate. Coordination should delineate specific duties for federated partners, establish timelines, and determine the…

…When directed by the President and SecDef, CCDRs will plan for the employment of nuclear weapons by US forces in a manner consistent with national policy and strategic guidance. The employment of such weapons signifies an…

…Unlike security programs that seek to protect classified information, OPSEC measures identify, control, and protect generally unclassified evidence that is associated with sensitive operations and activities. For additional guidance on OPSEC, refer to JP 3-13…

…All instruments of national power should be considered in an effects-based approach, and even within the context of force-on-force engagement, such functions as air mobility and ISR can create effects that are crucial…

…Coordination and deconfliction of multinational forces may lead to additional challenges and should be addressed during planning through liaison officers and/or representatives of the respective nations. (2) Compressed Decision Cycle. Successful engagement of TSTs may…

Chapter V V-30 JP 3-0 always possible, particularly in situations where destabilizing conditions have existed for years or where conditions are such that a long-term commitment is required to achieve national strategic objectives…

…combat weather flight DCGS distributed common ground/surface systems DGS distributed ground station DHS Department of Homeland Security DIA Defense Intelligence Agency DISA Defense Information Systems Agency DOD Department of Defense DOJ Department of Justice DPI…

…IO can be employed as a means of target engagement and may be conducted at all levels from tactical through national strategic. IO planners consider all instruments of the adversary’s national power to determine how…

…Therefore, CT efforts should include all instruments of national power to undermine an adversary’s power, will, and its credibility and legitimacy, as well as its ability to influence the relevant population. For further details concerning…

…A fully developed target must comply with national and command guidance, law of war, and the applicable ROE to be engaged. Phase 2 is comprised of three steps: (a) Target system analysis; (b) Entity-level target…

…Air Force Information Warfare Center AFMIC Air Force Medical Intelligence Center AFNOSC Air Force Network Operations and Security Center AFOTTP Air Force operational tactics, techniques, and procedures AFTTP Air Force tactics, techniques, and procedures AIG air…

FOREWORD Time and time again in the last several decades, air and space power has proven among the most powerful of weapons in the nation’s military arsenal, deciding some conflicts outright and enabling us to…

…In all situations, this primary focus is to assist the commander to most effectively employ air, space, and information resources to achieve joint force and national objectives. TARGET CHARACTERISTICS Every target has distinct intrinsic or acquired…

…Moreover, the business processes of targeting have adapted to incorporate the lessons learned from numerous operations and exercises as well as the evolution of targeting doctrine and the national use of military power. d. The challenges…

…tactical assessment (which includes assessment of physical damage), component-level operational assessment, CFC-level operational assessment, and national-level assessment. Each lower level feeds the levels above it and provides a basis for broader-based evaluation…

…Although less challenging than in offensive operations, LOC and sustainment security will still be a test and may require allocation of combat forces to protect LOCs and other high risk functions or bases. The JFC must…