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WSJ: Iran’s strikes caused far greater damage at U.S. Bahrain base than Pentagon admits

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The Wall Street Journal says Iranian strikes caused severe, underreported damage to the U.S. Navy base in Bahrain, including the Fifth Fleet headquarters and key communications systems. The Pentagon has not disclosed a full repair estimate, while Washington is now reviewing its regional force posture and possible redeployments.

01WSJ says Iranian attacks severely damaged the U.S. Navy base in Bahrain.
02The Fifth Fleet headquarters and key satellite communications terminals were destroyed or disabled.
03Rebuilding the damaged structures in Bahrain is estimated at about $400 million.
04The Pentagon says its priority was protecting lives, not publishing full damage costs.
05Washington is considering reshaping its regional bases, including possible moves toward Israel.

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