Where do Citadel Shield and Solid Curtain operations take place?

The Citadel Shield and Solid Curtain operations are conducted within the continental United States (CONUS). These operations are designed to enhance security measures and response protocols at various naval installations throughout the U.S. The focus on CONUS helps ensure that key areas within the homeland are secured, especially given the sensitivity and strategic importance of naval bases and their surrounding environments.

Conducting these operations solely in CONUS leverages the established security frameworks already in place at these domestic locations, allowing for a comprehensive assessment of readiness and execution of security protocols. While such operations may have implications for international readiness and coordination, their execution is specifically focused on U.S. naval facilities within the continental limits to address unique domestic security challenges.

The other options involve broader geographic considerations that are not applicable, as these operations are not fleet-wide (which would encompass global operations), not executed on an international scale, nor limited strictly to naval bases; however, their primary focus remains on enhancing security within CONUS.