U.S. Increases Military Presence in Middle East Amid Iran Conflict
U.S. deployed thousands of troops to Middle East and requested $200B funding. Iran launched missiles and drones targeting U.S. bases and hotels. Two Patriot systems transferred from Germany to Turkey for air defense. Patriot missile stocks in Europe are dwindling. NATO intercepted Iranian missiles over Turkey and deployed Patriots to Incirlik and Malatya. U.S. and partners used 943 Patriot missiles in initial conflict days