A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress is refueled over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 17, 2025. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the CENTCOM theater by demonstrating the credibility, capability, and readiness of the U.S. bomber force, which is critical to deterring attacks against the U.S. and its allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. William Rio Rosado) More