Washington, Aug. 15 -- US Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) officially marked a transition in leadership during a change of command ceremony held on Friday at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, with Rear Admiral Thomas Donovan assuming command from Major General Jasper Jeffers.

In a post on X, US Central Command wrote that Lt Gen Patrick Frank, Deputy Commander of CENTCOM, presided over the ceremony and commended Jeffers for his stewardship over the past 25 months.

Highlighting Jeffers' contributions to the region, Lt Gen Frank praised the outgoing commander, "During his 25 months in command, Maj. Gen. Jeffers has led with great dedication and courage as a forward-thinking and innovative leader. His accomplishments will have a ...