wolf attack

…An attack to damage or destroy an objective or a capability. (JP 1-02. SOURCE: JP 3-0) supported commander. 1. The commander having primary responsibility for all aspects of a task assigned by the Joint…

…Targets nominated for attack may include the following: (1) Facility: a geographically located, defined physical structure, group of structures, or area that provides a function that contributes to a target system’s capability. (2) Individual(s…

…For example, during a major combat operation the JFC may be able to accept a higher level of risk to civilians, friendly forces, and noncombatants when attacking adversary WMD to ensure a quicker response. But during…

…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…

…The final prioritized targets are then included in the master air attack plan (MAAP). The resulting MAAP is the plan of employment that forms the foundation of the joint ATO. (4) Stage 4 is ATO production…

…This reduces the level of air defense protection for the maneuver divisions and makes them more susceptible to friendly forces’ attack. In other words, it could be unnecessary to attack all nodes in the air defense…

…Joint force and component commanders identify HVTs and HPTs for acquisition, collection, and attack or influence, employing their forces in accordance with the JFC’s guidance. b. Friendly Fire Prevention. Throughout the targeting process, JFC and…

…JP 3-0) preemptive attack. None. (Approved for removal from JP 1-02.) preventive diplomacy. None. (Approved for removal from JP 1-02.) primary interest. None. (Approved for removal from JP 1-02.) protection. 1. Preservation…

…It also provides a channel to discuss mitigation of risk for the attacking force, since variations in tactics may be required that could affect the results created at the target; the joint targeting process must account…

…The associated general strategic and operational objectives are to protect US interests and/or prevent surprise attack or further conflict. See Section D, “Crisis Response and Limited Contingency Operations.” (3) Major Operations and Campaigns. When required…

…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…

…This baseline intelligence illuminates which decisive points offer opportunity to attack the adversary’s COGs (directly and indirectly), extend friendly operational reach, or enable the application of friendly forces and capabilities. Targeteers and planners should resolve…

…Some missions and operations (i.e., strategic attack, interdiction, and information operations) continue throughout to deny the enemy sanctuary, freedom of action, or informational advantage. These missions and operations, when executed concurrently with other operations, degrade…

…For example, the B-52 may be the most capable aerial platform for delivering land and sea mines, while the Tomahawk land attack missile may be the best weapon for engaging early warning sites. (2) Support…

…When a TST is identified, the COD must decide the best time to attack it. COD targeteers are involved in these efforts and provide guidance to planners concerning the characteristics and vulnerability of the target. Targeteers…

…Because of DISA’s expertise in developing, maintaining and protecting US information methods, they may prove useful in developing targeting strategies to attack enemy information methods and systems. Unified Commands Functional Unified Command Joint Intelligence Centers…

…Such updates might be final, definitive BDA or it may be information, which, while not definitive, helps refine the estimate (e.g., confirmation that a joint direct attack munitions successfully dropped through the clouds on the…

…BDA must be treated as an integral component of the joint targeting process and must not be conducted as a separate, post-attack activity. BDA planning should occur early in the joint targeting cycle to improve…

…A group of targets that are so related that their destruction will produce some particular effect desired by the attacker. (JP 1-02. SOURCE: JP 3-60) target system analysis. An all-source examination of potential…

… Seven members of the group received demolitions training in Pakistan, giving the team an operational capability of conducting multiple attacks.  Attacks occur 4 to 5 days after a team arrives at a target area…