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US Mobilizes 12 Warships, 4,000 Marines to Middle East to Support Israel Amid Rising Tensions

Aug 1, 2024, 10:21 PM

The United States has mobilized at least 12 warships and over 4,000 Marines and sailors to the Middle East following the assassination of senior Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah general Fuad Shukr in Beirut and Tehran. The mobilization is part of a broader effort to bolster Israel's defense amid rising tensions in the region. The White House announced new defensive military deployments to support Israel, with President Biden urging de-escalation. Despite the significant military presence, no additional deployments or evacuation orders have been issued. The US remains committed to defending Israel against potential threats, including those from Iran and its proxies.