US EditionUS moving fighter jets to Middle East as Israel-Iran war rages
MIDDLE EAST, JUN 17 – The US has nearly 40,000 troops in the Middle East and deployed two aircraft carriers with advanced fighter jets to deter Iran and protect forces amid rising conflict.
- The US aircraft carrier strike group led by the USS Nimitz is heading to the Middle East to support Israel amid ongoing Iranian ballistic missile attacks, confirmed by US defense officials.
- Israel and Iran have exchanged long-range strikes for four consecutive days, resulting in numerous casualties on both sides, including military leaders and civilians.
- The US has authorized military action to defend Israel and its 30,000 troops in the region, as tensions escalate in the ongoing conflict.
- American President Donald Trump hinted at possible US military intervention while reiterating that 'Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon'.
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The US has not yet decided whether to attack Iran or not. But an American aircraft carrier has already set course for the Middle East. And now it has sent the world's largest military aircraft, reports Newsweek.
While the negotiations around the Iranian nuclear power station are piling, Washington is forcing its presence in the region. Does this massive deployment sign the last step before a military shock with Iran?
The United States announced earlier this week that it was deploying "additional capabilities" in the Middle East in support of its Israeli ally. These air and naval forces are currently called upon to take defensive action.
The United Kingdom has announced the deployment of fighter aircraft in the Middle East. They should be stationed in Cyprus, at one of the many bases of British forces in the region. - Iran-Israel War: the United Kingdom is (yet) strengthening its military presence in the Middle East (International).
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