Updates from #US DOD:
- 900 U.S. troops deploying to CENTCOM/Middle East—not going to Israel
- 16 attacks on U.S. forces in #Iraq & #Syria by Iranian-backed militia groups since 17 Oct
- Unsuccessful attack today in Erbil, Iraq
- Providing 2 more Iron Dome systems
- 20+ minor injuries
Units from the continental U.S. that are deployed or deploying include #THAAD, #Patriot, & #Avenger batteries, & associated air defense headquarters elements.
The ~900 troops deploying were already on prepare to deploy orders, & moving to the region to “support regional deterrence efforts & further bolster U.S. force protection capabilities.”
they don't even bother pretending to be impartial anymore.
#SaveGaza #StopIsrael
#palestine #Israel #Occupation #Apartheid #Politics #PeaceNow #StopTheWar #CeasefireNow
