20.07.2026 00:40
The US, preparing to expand the scope of attacks on Iran, has increased its military buildup in Israel. In the last 24 hours, 14 additional refueling aircraft have arrived in the region, with a total of 100 aircraft planned for deployment. The US has also shifted F-35 and F-15 fighter jets from Europe to the Middle East, and the fleet dispatched includes specially equipped aircraft to neutralize Iranian radars.
The US military, continuing its airstrikes against Iran and preparing to expand the scope of operations, has reportedly dispatched 14 additional refueling aircraft to Israel within the last 24 hours. According to information from the Israeli-based Walla news site, citing military sources, the US plans to deploy a total of 100 refueling aircraft to Israel to increase operational power in the region.
STRATEGIC AIR BASES AND BEN GURION ALERT
Military sources stated that the 14 additional aircraft that landed in the past 24 hours will be stationed at Israeli military air bases and Ramon Airport in the city of Eilat. It was also noted that if attacks on Iran intensify and additional refueling support is needed, US aircraft could use Ben Gurion Airport, which also handles civilian flights.
WARPLANES IN EUROPE REDEPLOYED TO THE MIDDLE EAST
The US shipment was not limited to refueling aircraft. The Washington administration, deciding to increase the military buildup in the region, has begun redeploying F-35 jets stationed in the UK and F-15 fighter jets in Germany to the Middle East. It was reported that the warplanes sent to the region include specially equipped aircraft capable of blinding and neutralizing Iran's air defense systems and radars.