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US Redesigns Middle East Forces After Iran-Linked Attacks

6/27/2026

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U.S. officials are reviewing the Middle East force layout after Iran-linked missile and drone attacks from late February through June damaged Naval Support Activity Bahrain’s headquarters, buildings and two satellite terminals.
Centcom reported that 8,000 missiles and drones caused two U.S. fatalities while U.S. forces struck over 13,500 targets.
Adjustments include upgrading Bahrain, cutting troops in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, moving command infrastructure underground, and studying Israel as a base.

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U.S. officials are reviewing the Middle East force layout after Iran-linked missile and drone attacks from late February through June damaged Naval Support Activity Bahrain’s headquarters, buildings and two satellite terminals.
Centcom reported that 8,000 missiles and drones caused two U.S. fatalities while U.S. forces struck over 13,500 targets.
Adjustments include upgrading Bahrain, cutting troops in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, moving command infrastructure underground, and studying Israel as a base.