CENTCOM chief praises Gulf, Jordan allies

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Admiral Brad Cooper has publicly praised key regional partners for their cooperation, specifically highlighting Bahrain and Israel. In a statement, Cooper noted that the king and crown prince of Bahrain both personally knew U.S. air defenders embedded with their forces, illustrating the depth of the partnership. He also emphasized the strength of the U.S.-Israel alliance, stating 'there's no better teammate than Israel.' This public acknowledgment comes amid ongoing U.S. military operations in the Middle East and reinforces diplomatic ties with Gulf allies.