Svmuu News: As tensions with Iran continue to escalate, the United States is increasing its deployment of military aircraft in the Middle East. According to a U.S. official, the U.S. plans to deploy additional F-16 and F-35 fighter jets from European bases and to deploy more aerial refueling aircraft.The additional military forces will provide U.S. President Donald Trump with more options as he weighs how to respond to this escalating conflict.
Last week, Donald Trump received a briefing in the Situation Room on options for escalating the conflict. He had considered whether to attempt to seize Kharg Island, a key Iranian oil export hub, or to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities located at “Mount Pickaxe.” However, Donald Trump has not yet completely ruled out the possibility of resolving the issue through diplomatic channels.U.S. Secretary of State Rubio said overnight that the door to returning to the negotiating table remains open. (CNN)