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US sends dozens of refueling planes to Israel amid Iran escalation

The Trump administration is preparing to send dozens of additional refueling planes to Israel amidst escalating tensions with Iran. This move is part of a broader consideration of significant offensive military options against Iran, including strikes on infrastructure and nuclear facilities. The U.S. has been conducting daily strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran has also escalated attacks on U.S. bases in the region. The deployment of these planes has also become a political issue within Israel, potentially impacting upcoming elections. AI

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US sends dozens of refueling planes to Israel amid Iran escalation

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Barak Ravid ·

    Scoop: U.S. sending dozens of refueling planes to Israel as Iran escalation looms

    <p>The Trump administration notified Israel it is sending dozens more refueling planes to the country ahead of a potential expansion of military operations against Iran, three U.S. and Israeli officials said. </p><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> After he was presented with sev…