According to the latest news from The Wall Street Journal, the Pentagon is massively increasing its military presence in the Middle East hotbed. This is considered the largest US air force mobilization in this region since the invasion war of Iraq in 2003.
The focus of this troop congestion is the appearance of a series of the most advanced fifth-generation stealth fighter squadrons today, including F-22 and F-35. The rapid deployment of these types of stealth fighters shows that the US is considering the possibility of having to penetrate the enemy's complex air defense network right in the early stages of the war.
Not stopping at squadrons stationed on land, the US network of power at sea and cyberspace is also being comprehensively strengthened.
A second aircraft carrier strike group along with aircraft playing a central role in air strategic command is on its way straight into the combat area to gather troops. This combination will create a giant fire umbrella covering the entire area.
Quoting senior US officials, The Wall Street Journal commented that this massive troop deployment far exceeds the usual diplomatic deterrent purpose. With the current size of forces, Washington is fully capable of logistics and firepower to conduct comprehensive military operations, concentrating airstrikes on targets on Iranian territory for many consecutive weeks if a real conflict breaks out.
Although launchers, warships and fighter squadrons have all been placed in the highest combat readiness, the article reveals that US President Donald Trump has not yet made a final decision. The head of the White House is still considering options for whether to launch a direct attack on this Islamic republic or not.
This move to show off unprecedented military power since 2003 takes place in the context of geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran being pushed to an extreme level, causing observers to worry about the risk of a full-scale war that shakes the entire region.
