The US may be preparing a ground operation in Iran

US elite division put on combat alert

У USA the training of the elite 82nd Airborne Division of the US Army, which may indicate preparations for a potential ground operation against Iran.

This is reported by the The Washington Post citing sources in military circles.

The training took place at a military base in Louisiana, but were suddenly suspended.

Rapid response unit

The 82nd Airborne Division is one of the main rapid response units of the US Army.

Its feature is the ability to to start a combat mission anywhere in the world approximately 18 hours after receiving the order.

This unit is often used in the first phases of military operations.

The context of escalation

The reports came amid an escalation of the conflict in Middle East, where the confrontation between USA, Israel and Iran.

Analysts note that the sudden cessation of exercises by such a unit may indicate Preparing for rapid deployment of forces in the region.

However, there has been no official confirmation of a ground operation yet.