MCTP 3-03B — Mttp For Peace Operations

MCTP 3-03B governs tactics, techniques, and procedures for planning and conducting joint or multi-Service peace operations.

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  • Publication number: MCTP 3-03B
  • Title: MTTP FOR PEACE OPERATIONS
  • Date: 2 May 2019
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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MCTP 3-03B covers operational-environment analysis, interorganizational coordination, civil considerations, protection, intelligence, fires, movement and maneuver, sustainment, and information. It addresses operational and tactical peace-operation tasks, training, conflict resolution, United Nations structures, multinational coordination, and humanitarian assistance.

Applies to: This MTTP publication applies to all commanders and their staffs that participate in PO.

Topics covered

  • Operational-environment analysis
  • Protection and force security
  • Peace-operation tasks
  • Civilian protection
  • Interpreters and linguists
  • Conflict resolution
  • United Nations peace operations
  • Multinational coordination

Questions and answers

How should peace operations analyze the operational environment?

The complex operational environments and unique challenges of PO require careful analysis, planning, and accountability. (paragraph 5)

What does MCTP 3-03B say about rules of engagement in peace operations?

ROE are directives issued by a military authority, delineating the circumstances and limitations under which United States (US) forces initiate or continue combat engagement with other forces. (paragraph 6)

What force-protection measures address violent extremist organizations?

FP considerations, in all types of PO, address antiterrorism measures due to the potential threat from violent extremist organizations. (paragraph 6)

What training is required for identifying and disposing of unexploded explosive ordnance?

Identifying, marking, securing, in disposing of UXO requires proper training. (paragraph 5)

What are nonlethal weapons designed to do?

NLW are weapons, devices, or munitions designed and employed to incapacitate targeted personnel or material while minimizing fatalities, permanent injury to personnel, and undesired damage to property in the target location or surrounding environment. (paragraph 4)

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