Security
United States is fully prepared to protect its forces in Middle East
US troops maintain a watchful presence in the region's most dangerous corridors, using advanced tactics and exercising constant vigilance.
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By Pishtaz |
The United States has repositioned its forces and ships in the region to protect its forces and respond to threats in the shortest possible time. The United States is also strengthening air and missile defenses and accelerating threat identification.
The US military remains fully prepared to defend itself and protect its personnel, US military officials said, noting that it is of paramount importance to ensure the safety and security of US service members serving in the Middle East.
These forces operate in dynamic and complex environments across the region, they said, and are authorized to respond decisively when threats against them are detected.
For example, they noted, the targeted killing of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani in 2020 was based on intelligence indicating he posed an imminent threat to US forces in Iraq.
Soleimani also posed a threat to regional security.
Force protection remains the top priority for US military leaders.
US forces maintain a high state of readiness through advanced training, intelligence-driven operations, and strategic defense postures.
Defensive capabilities, including force protection measures, surveillance systems and rapid-response protocols, enable troops to deter and counter potential threats effectively, military officials said.
The US military also works closely with allied and partner nations to strengthen regional security and enhance operational effectiveness, they added.
Through continuous vigilance and preparedness, the US military demonstrates its unwavering commitment to safeguarding personnel and maintaining stability in the Middle East.
These efforts ensure that US forces remain equipped to address challenges and uphold their mission, in line with national interests.
With advanced technological capabilities and highly-trained personnel, the United States maintains one of the world's most capable military forces, continuously adapting to evolving security challenges to maintain order and stability.