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US Refueling Planes Arrive in Israel but Avoid Parking at Ben Gurion Airport

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First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago

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Amid rising tensions with Iran, the US has deployed dozens of refueling planes to Israel, which are stationed at military bases and Ramon Airport rather than Ben Gurion Airport to avoid disrupting civilian flights. This strategy supports Israel's military preparedness while maintaining normal airport operations during a critical period.

01Dozens of US refueling planes arrived in Israel to strengthen military readiness amid Iran tensions.
02Transport Minister Miri Regev ordered these planes not to park at Ben Gurion Airport.
03Planes are instead stationed at Israeli Air Force bases and Ramon Airport.
04Ben Gurion parking remains available for civilian airlines, preventing flight disruptions.
05About 15 US planes will leave Ben Gurion soon, leaving around 20 remaining.
06US planes can still land at Ben Gurion for refueling but cannot occupy civilian parking spots.

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