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US Deploys Additional Fighter Jets and Tankers to Middle East, Boosts Israeli Air Force Support

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First reported by Ynet · 14 hours ago

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The US is deploying additional F-16 and F-35 fighter jets and aerial refueling tankers to the Middle East, including Israel, to bolster military readiness amid rising tensions with Iran. Some tankers have arrived in southern Israel, with more expected, while Israel seeks to limit tanker traffic at Ben Gurion Airport to avoid civilian disruptions.

01US deploys additional F-16 and F-35 fighter jets to Middle East amid Iran tensions.
02An F-16 squadron recently landed in Jordan; more jets arriving soon.
03US plans to send extra aerial refueling tankers to Israel to support potential strikes.
04Some tankers have arrived at Ovda Airbase in southern Israel from Qatar.
05Israel aims to reduce tanker traffic at Ben Gurion Airport to protect civilian flights.
06Israeli security officials prioritize defense needs if conflict with Iran escalates.

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