By LOLITA C. BALDOR and TARA COPP WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. will move a fighter jet squadron to the Middle East and maintain an aircraft carrier in the region, the Pentagon said Friday, beefing up the American military presence to help defend Israel from possible attacks by Iran and its proxies and safeguard U.S.

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  • Pentagon sending warships and bomber aircraft to the Middle East
    The Pentagon announced on Friday that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered more warplanes and Navy ships to be sent to the Middle East so the US can maintain its presence in the region.
    11/4/2024 - 12:52 am | View Link
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    11/2/2024 - 5:51 am | View Link
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