The Pentagon is increasing its military presence in the Middle East due to the conflict between Iran and Israel.

The United States has decided to increase its military presence in the Middle East to protect its troops and help Israel defend itself, given the threats from Iran and its allies, Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh said at a briefing on Friday, August 2, 2024.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin plans to move forces to the region to bolster Israel's defense and support during the crisis. Pentagon officials have declined to specify what kind of increased presence might be sent, but media reports have mentioned the possibility of sending combat aircraft.

The provocation in Tehran, where Hamas leader Ismail Ghani was killed, and the Israeli strike in Beirut, which killed Hezbollah military leader Fuad Choukr, have raised fears of a war spreading across the Middle East between Israel and Iran. An EU official expressed fears of an escalation after Ghani's assassination. Ismail Ghani's assassination was claimed by Iran and Hezbollah, and Israel was blamed for the case.

The United States is set to bolster its military presence in the Middle East to protect its troops and support Israel in the face of growing threats from Iran and its allies. The United States is prepared to respond to the developing crisis in the region. The decision to bolster its military presence comes after the assassination of a Hamas political leader in Tehran and an Israeli strike in Beirut.