Against a backdrop of desert terrain, the roar of helicopters, the rumble of armored vehicles and the crunch of boots on gravel signaled the launch of Exercise Native Fury 25 — a powerful demonstration of unity, strength and strategic readiness between the United States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
In its 10th iteration, Native Fury took place in Aqaba and Southern Jordan with troops from the Jordan Armed Forces and U.S. Marine Corps Central Command (USMARCENT).
The exercise, held within the U.S. Central Command’s (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility, brought together 150 Jordanian troops and more than 600 U.S. Marines, Sailors and Soldiers from across II Marine Expeditionary Force, Marine Forces Central Command, the 1st Theater Sustainment Command and various supporting units.
The exercise is designed as a proving ground for joint operations. Native Fury focused on enhancing bilateral military cooperation, improving interoperability, and testing the ability to rapidly deploy, maneuver and sustain combat-ready forces in Jordan’s rugged terrain.
“Native Fury continues to showcase the strong and enduring partnership between the United States and Jordan,” said Capt. Jasmine Scott, spokesperson for USMARCENT. “This exercise reflects our ability to conduct complex logistical and operational tasks with our partners while promoting regional security and stability.”
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Spanning locations across Jordan, the exercise featured an array of high-intensity training events, including medical evacuation drills, port and logistics operations, urban combat scenarios, and command and control exercises. These activities simulated the challenges of real-world operations, reinforcing both nations’ readiness to respond to crises precisely and quickly.
A highlight of Native Fury 25 was its emphasis on leveraging Jordan’s critical infrastructure — strategic ports, airfields and logistics corridors — to move and sustain forces. The effort was coordinated by a Combined Exercise Control Group, co-led by the Jordan Armed Forces and the U.S. Marines, exemplifying the deep trust and seamless cooperation between the two militaries.
Native Fury 25 also coincided with other regional training events and strategic engagements across the region aimed at demonstrating cooperation, preparedness and mutual respect among partner nations.
As troops executed complex maneuvers across Jordanian soil, the real impact of Native Fury was clear: It is not just about demonstrating strength, but about building the trust, understanding and tactical cohesion needed to navigate the evolving security landscape of the region.
In 2024, Native Fury was held in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates and entailed moving a military convoy by highway across the Arabian Peninsula from the Red Sea port of Yanbu to the Arabian Gulf. In Native Fury 25, Aqaba served as the port of entry.