United States Space Forces – Central
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On March 12, 2024, the component field command established the U.S. Space Forces Central Combat Detachment 3-1 (CDet 3–1), tasked with providing command and control for SPACECENT teams in the region that provide space-based capabilities such as missile warning detection, ensuring reliable communications and GPS.{{cite web|url=https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3723236/spacecent-stands-up-new-combat-detachment/|title=SPACECENT stands up new combat detachment|date=2024-03-28|website=[[United States Space Force]]}} |
On March 12, 2024, the component field command established the U.S. Space Forces Central Combat Detachment 3-1 (CDet 3–1), tasked with providing command and control for SPACECENT teams in the region that provide space-based capabilities such as missile warning detection, ensuring reliable communications and GPS.{{cite web|url=https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3723236/spacecent-stands-up-new-combat-detachment/|title=SPACECENT stands up new combat detachment|date=2024-03-28|website=[[United States Space Force]]}} |
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=== 2026 Iran war === |
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The [[chief of space operations]], General [[B. Chance Saltzman]], said in April 2026 that Space Forces guardians have been deployed inside the theater for the [[2026 Iran war]], and confirmed that Space Forces Central has been involved in the operation from the start.{{Cite web |first1=Courtney |last1=Albon |first2=Chris |last2=Gordon |title=Saltzman: Space Force Guardians 'Integrated Throughout' Iran Ops |date=1 April 2026 |access-date=23 April 2026 |work=[[Air & Space Forces Magazine]] |url=https://www.airandspaceforces.com/space-force-integrated-iran-epic-fury-saltzman/ }} |
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== Combat Detachment 3-1 (CDet 3-1) == |
== Combat Detachment 3-1 (CDet 3-1) == |
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