Preparations for deployment of American aircraft in Israel, a big decision of the Trump administration amid increasing tension with Iran.

The US plans to send more military refueling aircraft to Israel amid rising tensions with Iran. axios of 17-18 July 2026 According to the report, President Donald Trump Has informed Israel about the deployment of dozens of additional aircraft. This step has been taken by Washington as it considers expanding military action against Iran.

Consideration of military options

President Trump The US recently reviewed several military options in a meeting held in the Situation Room. These options include attacks on Iran’s energy and civilian infrastructure, targeting nuclear facilities, and Pickaxe Mountain This includes attacking a suspected underground site. The administration has not yet decided on any final major strikes, but steps could be taken in the next few days to increase pressure on Iran.

Regional tensions and controversy over deployment of aircraft

US military already Strait of Hormuz And it is continuously attacking targets around southern Iran. In response, Iran Jordan, Qatar, Bahrain, Iraq And Kuwait Attacks have intensified on American military facilities located in. Meanwhile, an internal dispute has also come to light regarding the deployment of American aircraft in Israel. Israel’s Transport Minister Miri Regev To ensure that civil flights are not disrupted Ben Gurion International Airport While ordering a limit on the number of American tankers present on US Central Command (CENTCOM) Has described it as strategically important. final decision prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu Will take.