{"id":437947,"date":"2025-05-07T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=437947"},"modified":"2025-05-07T10:28:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T10:28:20","slug":"cyber-lethality-multidomain-training-enhances-readiness-at-exercise-african-lion-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=437947","title":{"rendered":"Cyber lethality: Multidomain training enhances readiness at exercise African Lion 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"
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TUNIS, Tunisia \u2013 Cyber capabilities are a fundamental function of modern warfighting. During African Lion 2025 (AL25) U.S. Cyber Command<\/a> Soldiers joined Wyoming National Guardsmen<\/a> and Tunisian Armed Forces cyber teams for an academic exchange to enhance the protection of critical infrastructure, enable secure communication and streamline battlefield coordination.<\/p>\n

This first-ever joint, combined exchange in Tunisia, showcased the capabilities of cyber professionals to adapt, innovate and tackle the challenges posed by increasingly sophisticated adversaries.<\/p>\n

\u201cCyber operations are vital in warfighting as they protect and disrupt digital networks, ensuring secure, rapid and resilient communication for strategic decision-making and battlefield coordination,\u201d said U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. John Williams, a warfighter communications superintendent assigned to the 153rd Communications Squadron, 153rd Airlift Wing<\/a>, Wyoming Air National Guard.<\/p>\n

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\n U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. John Williams, a warfighter communications superintendent assigned to the 153rd Communications Squadron, 153rd Airlift Wing, Wyoming Air National Guard, poses for a photo at the completion of a joint, multinational cyber exchange during African Lion 2025 (AL25) in Tunis, Tunisia, April 25, 2025. With defensive and offensive cyber skills enhanced, this multinational team is ready to showcase a domain the joint force cannot afford to overlook on an increasingly sophisticated battlefield. AL25 is set to be the largest annual military exercise in Africa, bringing together over 40 nations, including seven NATO allies and 10,000 troops to conduct realistic, dynamic and collaborative training in an austere environment that intersects multiple geographic and functional combatant commands. Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) on behalf of the U.S. Africa Command, AL25 takes place from April 14 to May 23, 2025, across Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Tunisia. This large-scale exercise will enhance our ability to work together in complex, multi-domain operations\u2014preparing forces to deploy, fight and win. (Courtesy photo)
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Whereas offensive capabilities are often overlooked, the academics-style course highlighted the dual impact of cyber readiness on modern warfare. This was especially significant considering most people tend to think of this domain from a defensive perspective, such as cybersecurity and protection.<\/p>\n

\u201cCyber enhances warfighting capabilities by ensuring command and control systems are protected and functioning when you need them the most,\u201d said U.S. Army Capt. Jean-Carlos Cedr\u00e9, a cyber operations officer assigned to U.S. Army Reserve Cyber Protection Brigade (ARCPB), 335th Signal Command (Theater)<\/a>, U.S. Army Cyber Command, and officer in charge of the AL25 Tunisia cyber team.<\/p>\n

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\n U.S. Army Capt. Jean-Carlos Cedr\u00e9, a cyber operations officer assigned to U.S. Army Reserve Cyber Protection Brigade (ARCPB), U.S. Army Cyber Command, and officer in charge of the African Lion 2025 (AL25) Tunisia cyber team, poses for a photo at the completion of a joint, multinational cyber exchange in Tunis, Tunisia, April 25, 2025. With defensive and offensive cyber skills enhanced, this multinational team is ready to showcase a domain the joint force cannot afford to overlook on an increasingly sophisticated battlefield. AL25 is set to be the largest annual military exercise in Africa, bringing together over 40 nations, including seven NATO allies and 10,000 troops to conduct realistic, dynamic and collaborative training in an austere environment that intersects multiple geographic and functional combatant commands. Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) on behalf of the U.S. Africa Command, AL25 takes place from April 14 to May 23, 2025, across Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Tunisia. This large-scale exercise will enhance our ability to work together in complex, multi-domain operations\u2014preparing forces to deploy, fight and win. (Courtesy photo)
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The defensive cyber portion of the course focused on incident response techniques, as well as computer forensics and frameworks designed to protect against malicious threats from adversaries. Offensive cyber scenarios simulated cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities, seeking to gain any competitive battlefield advantage.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom an offensive perspective, cyber can also enable battlefield enhancements by providing windows of opportunity that help tip the battle in favor of our warfighters,\u201d said Cedr\u00e9.<\/p>\n

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\n U.S. Army Sgt. Carter Moseman, a cyber operations specialist assigned to U.S. Army Reserve Cyber Protection Brigade (ARCPB), U.S. Army Cyber Command, poses for a photo at the completion of a joint, multinational cyber exchange during African Lion 2025 (AL25) in Tunis, Tunisia, April 25, 2025. With defensive and offensive cyber skills enhanced, this multinational team is ready to showcase a domain the joint force cannot afford to overlook on an increasingly sophisticated battlefield. AL25 is set to be the largest annual military exercise in Africa, bringing together over 40 nations, including seven NATO allies and 10,000 troops to conduct realistic, dynamic and collaborative training in an austere environment that intersects multiple geographic and functional combatant commands. Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) on behalf of the U.S. Africa Command, AL25 takes place from April 14 to May 23, 2025, across Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Tunisia. This large-scale exercise will enhance our ability to work together in complex, multi-domain operations\u2014preparing forces to deploy, fight and win. (Courtesy photo)
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\n U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 Kevin Blowers, a cyber operations officer and chief advisor, – 170A \/ Chief Advisor assigned to U.S. Army Reserve Cyber Protection Brigade (ARCPB), U.S. Army Cyber Command, poses for a photo at the completion of a joint, multinational cyber exchange during African Lion 2025 (AL25) in Tunis, Tunisia, April 25, 2025. With defensive and offensive cyber skills enhanced, this multinational team is ready to showcase a domain the joint force cannot afford to overlook on an increasingly sophisticated battlefield. AL25 is set to be the largest annual military exercise in Africa, bringing together over 40 nations, including seven NATO allies and 10,000 troops to conduct realistic, dynamic and collaborative training in an austere environment that intersects multiple geographic and functional combatant commands. Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) on behalf of the U.S. Africa Command, AL25 takes place from April 14 to May 23, 2025, across Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Tunisia. This large-scale exercise will enhance our ability to work together in complex, multi-domain operations\u2014preparing forces to deploy, fight and win. (Courtesy photo)
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\n U.S. Army 1LT Ralph Sanders, a cyber operations officer assigned to U.S. Army Reserve Cyber Protection Brigade (ARCPB), U.S. Army Cyber Command, poses for a photo at the completion of a joint, multinational cyber exchange during African Lion 2025 (AL25) in Tunis, Tunisia, April 25, 2025. With defensive and offensive cyber skills enhanced, this multinational team is ready to showcase a domain the joint force cannot afford to overlook on an increasingly sophisticated battlefield. AL25 is set to be the largest annual military exercise in Africa, bringing together over 40 nations, including seven NATO allies and 10,000 troops to conduct realistic, dynamic and collaborative training in an austere environment that intersects multiple geographic and functional combatant commands. Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) on behalf of the U.S. Africa Command, AL25 takes place from April 14 to May 23, 2025, across Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Tunisia. This large-scale exercise will enhance our ability to work together in complex, multi-domain operations\u2014preparing forces to deploy, fight and win. (Courtesy photo)
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Joining ARCPB in Tunisia, Wyoming Air National Guard\u2019s cyber team greatly contributed to the mission, bringing significant experience and expertise forged through a 21-year National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program (SPP)<\/a> with the Tunisian Armed Forces.<\/p>\n

SPP military exchanges have enhanced knowledge in aviation, engineering, and medical best practices, including readiness and warfighting capabilities such as cyber proficiency. These engagements foster interoperability, build trust and ensure both forces are better equipped to tackle emerging threats.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy experience working with the Tunisian Army was eye-opening,\u201d said Cedr\u00e9. \u201cTheir experience, eagerness to learn and natural abilities provided a platform for us to build upon, leading to a highly valuable training event.\u201d<\/p>\n

The cyber team from Wyoming agreed.<\/p>\n

\u201cCollaborating with the Tunisian cyber team was both insightful and rewarding. Their expertise and dedication are complemented by their exceptional hospitality and professionalism,\u201d said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Thomas Schoening, an information technology network operations specialist, assigned to the 153rd Communications Squadron, 153rd Airlift Wing, Wyoming Air National Guard.<\/p>\n

With defensive and offensive cyber skills enhanced, this multinational team is ready to showcase a domain the joint force cannot afford to overlook on an increasingly sophisticated battlefield.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis training, along with future collaborations, will further solidify our partnership and cultivate highly skilled cyber professionals prepared to meet the challenges of future conflicts,\u201d concluded Williams.<\/p>\n

Exercise African Lion 2025 is more than a test of technical prowess; it shows the power of multinational collaboration in the face of evolving cyber threats. By pooling resources, expertise and innovations, these cyber warriors are setting the stage for a resilient and secure future.<\/p>\n

About African Lion<\/strong><\/p>\n

AL25 is set to be the largest annual military exercise in Africa, bringing together over 50 nations, including seven NATO allies and 10,000 troops to conduct realistic, dynamic and collaborative training in an austere environment that intersects multiple geographic and functional combatant commands. Led by SETAF-AF on behalf of the U.S. Africa Command, AL25 takes place from April 14 to May 23, 2025, across Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Tunisia. This large-scale exercise will enhance our ability to work together in complex, multidomain operations\u2014preparing forces to deploy, fight and win.<\/p>\n

About SETAF-AF<\/strong><\/h5>\n

U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) prepares Army forces, executes crisis response, enables strategic competition and strengthens partners to achieve U.S. Army Europe and Africa<\/a> and U.S. Africa Command<\/a> campaign objectives.<\/p>\n

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