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Firing Flares

A Navy EA-18G Growler fires flares during an Operation Inherent Resolve mission over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 24, 2024.

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Tags: Central Command, Inherent Resolve, Centcom, Navy
Credit: Air Force Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Willis VIRIN: 241224-F-FF346-1699.JPG

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