US Considers Relocating Military Bases From Gulf to Israel Amid Iranian Attacks
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Walla · Jun 28, 2026
What happened
Following extensive Iranian missile and drone attacks damaging US military bases in the Gulf, the Pentagon is considering relocating some forces westward, including to Israel, to enhance security and reduce vulnerability. The damage to the Bahrain naval base and other sites has prompted a reassessment of US military presence in the region, with significant financial and strategic implications.
- 01Iranian attacks damaged at least 20 US military sites in the Gulf, including Bahrain's central naval base.
- 02The US plans to reduce forces in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia and move key command centers underground.
- 03Israel is being considered as a potential new location for relocated US military bases.
- 04Most personnel were evacuated from Bahrain base, with only a small team remaining.
- 05Repair and restructuring costs are estimated in the hundreds of millions to billions of dollars.
- 06US Central Command prioritizes personnel safety, despite extensive Iranian missile and drone strikes.
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