…cooperation, and deterrence objectives. (2) Sustained presence contributes to deterrence and promotes a secure environment in which diplomatic, economic, and informational programs designed to reduce the causes of instability can perform as designed. Presence can take…

…This situation may require a redesign of the joint operation as a result of an extension of the required stability operations in support of US diplomatic, HN, IGO, and/or NGO efforts. b. Peace Building. The…

…Additionally, CCDRs and subordinate JFCs must work with US chiefs of mission, Department of State (DOS), and other departments and agencies to best integrate military actions with the diplomatic, economic, and informational instruments of national power…

…The US ambassador, or chief of the diplomatic mission, is responsible for preparation of emergency action plans that address the military evacuation of US citizens and designated foreign nationals from a foreign country. The conduct of…

…Actions by friendly forces, the HN and population, adversary, and neutral diplomatic, informational, and economic entities in the operational environment can affect military actions and objectives. When relevant to the mission, the commander must determine how…

…range of security assistance, to include financial and training support. (2) Foreign internal defense programs encompass the diplomatic, economic, informational, and military support provided to another nation to assist its fight against subversion, lawlessness, insurgency, terrorism…

…Population indicators (continued) Indicators of Aggressive Behavior Within the Population (continued) Close connections between diplomatic personnel of hostile countries and local opposition groups. Communications between opposition groups and external supporters. Increase of disaffected youth gatherings, such…

…However, some stability operations likely will be in support of, or transition to support of, US diplomatic, UN, or HN efforts. Integrated civilian and military efforts are key to success and military forces need to work…

…Although it may be viewed as a diplomatic mission, the military can play an important role. For example, US military personnel may be involved in verifying an arms control treaty; seizing WMD; escorting authorized deliveries of…

…Such civilians need not be taken into account when assessing collateral damage under the law, though there may be diplomatic or strategic concerns that affect targeting decisions. (2) Requirement to Distinguish Between Military Targets and Civilian…

…The appropriate governmental officials, often with National Security Council direction, normally coordinate these instruments of national power (diplomatic, informational, military, and economic). The military instrument’s role increases relative to the other instruments as the need…

…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…

…Because DOS is frequently the major player in these activities, JFCs should maintain a working relationship with the chiefs of the US diplomatic missions in their area. Commanders and their staffs should establish and maintain dialogue…

…Because of the DOS’s worldwide network of diplomatic missions and posts staffed with representatives of numerous national agencies, the DOS is a key source of information during war or crises. The central point of contact…

…This will frequently involve diplomatic, economic, and informational measures to supplement military efforts. l. Legitimacy (1) The purpose of legitimacy is to maintain legal and moral authority in the conduct of operations. (2) Legitimacy, which can…

…JFCs also may be tasked by the President and SecDef to support diplomatic, economic, and informational actions. (2) The JFC also seeks to isolate the main enemy force from both its strategic leadership and its supporting…

…Show of force operations are military in nature but often serve both diplomatic and military purposes. These operations may influence other governments or politico-military organizations to refrain from belligerent acts. SHOW OF FORCE IN THE…

…While diplomats attempted to resolve the crisis without combat, the coalition’s military forces conducted rapid planning, mobilization, and the largest strategic deployment since World War II. One of the earliest military actions was a maritime…

…Higher order effects may include such actions as diplomatic and public relations consequences arising from collateral damage or the potential for post-hostility economic costs to restore damaged adversary infrastructure. Attrition calculations may be included in…

…A sensitive site is described as a geographically limited area with special diplomatic, informational, military, or economic sensitivity to the United States. The S-2 has additional planning and support considerations for a sensitive site due…