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DOD enhances Middle East defense posture
October 1, 2024 — The Defense Department has taken steps to further enhance the defense posture of U.S. forces throughout the Middle East region to deter aggression and mitigate the risk of a broader regional conflict... MORE

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U.S. remains committed to Israel's security following weekend attacks
September 24, 2024 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reaffirmed the United States' commitment to Israel's right to defend itself following a series of rocket attacks by Lebanese Hezbollah... MORE

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Defense secretary orders additional naval assets to Middle East amid rising tensions
August 13, 2024 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has ordered additional naval assets to the Middle East to reinforce the United States' commitment to Israel's defense amid escalating regional tensions... MORE

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U.S. will send more defensive military capabilities to Middle East
August 6, 2024 — More defensive military capabilities will deploy to the Middle East to bolster force protection for U.S. troops in the region and to defend Israel, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said... MORE

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Defense official said U.S. won't hesitate to defend its troops in Middle East
November 9, 2023 — Over the last three weeks, Iran-backed militia groups have attacked U.S. bases and facilities in Iraq and Syria 41 times. The U.S. has defended itself against those attacks and will continue to do so, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for the Middle East said. ... MORE

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DOD continues efforts to support Israel, limit spread of war
October 30, 2023 — The Defense Department remains focused on getting Israel the military capabilities it needs as it continues its battles against the Hamas terror group, said a senior defense official speaking on background... MORE

DOD officials detail department's goals in Middle East
October 24, 2023 — America's efforts in the Middle East are in support of Israel's right to defend itself from terrorism and to contain the violence, senior defense officials said... MORE

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DOD increases deterrence posture in Middle East, continues aid to Israel
October 18, 2023 — The Defense Department completed five separate C-17 Globemaster III missions to deliver assistance, including munitions, to meet Israel's needs in the wake of the deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said Oct. 17... MORE

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DOD remains resolute in support of Israel
October 17, 2023 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is continuing to coordinate closely with his Israeli counterpart in response to last week's deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said... MORE

U.S. flowing military supplies to Israel, as country battles Hamas terrorists
October 11, 2023 — The United States will make sure Israel has what it needs to take care of its citizens, defend itself and respond to the Hamas attack, President Joe Biden said Oct. 10... MORE

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U.S. helps Israel defend against Hamas attacks
October 10, 2023 — The United States is surging support to Israel, a senior defense official said, including air defense capabilities and munitions, and is also bolstering U.S. presence in the region... MORE

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