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Ep 139: Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. on CENTCOM

School of War

CHAPTER

CENTCOM: Evolution and Challenges

This chapter explores the establishment and significance of Central Command (CENTCOM) since the 1980s, emphasizing U.S. interests in the Middle East amid rising threats. It highlights the operational challenges faced by CENTCOM, especially the need to balance resources between the Middle East and a growing focus on Indo-Pacific concerns. The chapter further examines the complexities of military deterrence, particularly in the context of U.S.-Iran tensions and the consequences of the withdrawal from Afghanistan.

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