The US is increasing its military presence in the Middle East

The US will increase its military presence in the Middle East due to the escalation of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. This is reported by AP, transmits UNN.

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The US has been building up its military presence in the Middle East over the past year, deploying some 40,000 troops, several warships and a squadron of fighter jets to protect allies and deter possible attacks.

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah militants escalated this week, raising fears of a possible escalation of the war, despite continued Israeli operations against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

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Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant announced a “new phase” of the war, targeting Hezbollah and intensifying operations on the northern front in Lebanon, after several consultations with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.

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