Israel is set to receive more US refuelling aircraft, according to Israeli military officials, as attacks between the US and Iran have escalated over the past week.
Background
The US and Iran have intensified strikes since an interim ceasefire deal crumbled, raising the possibility of a return to all-out war. Israel has not joined the latest US attacks.
The Israeli official stated that the US had decided to adjust its force posture in the region and reinforce the existing fleet of aerial refuelling aircraft stationed in Israel with additional refuelling aircraft.
Another senior Israeli official said dozens of US refuelling planes were expected to arrive in Israel. The US Embassy in Jerusalem was not immediately available for comment.
Since the conflict began with US and Israeli strikes against Iran on February 28, the US has stationed dozens of refuelling aircraft in Israel.
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