The United States is building up its military presence in the Middle East. The 82nd Airborne Division is put on full combat alert for a possible landing in Iran. At the same time, strike ship groups and marines are being deployed to the region.
The 82nd US Division prepares for an airborne assault
The US 82nd Airborne Division has been ordered to deploy to the Middle East. This was reported by an American official to Axios.
The division is on full combat alert and is preparing for a possible ground operation in Iran. The rapid reaction force can be deployed in less than 18 hours.
Strengthening the US military presence
There are already more than 50,000 US troops in the region. Their number continues to grow as exercises are cancelled and real preparations for combat operations are underway.
Strike groups of ships were deployed to the area USS Boxer and USS Tripoli. Thousands of marines arrived with them.
Probable directions of the ground operation:
- Strait of Hormuz
- The area of the oil island of Kharg
- Coast of Iran
Context.
The active deployment of US troops comes amid claims of negotiations between the US and Iran. However, the actions of the military indicate preparations for possible hostilities in the region.
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