The Wall Street Journal has reported that a US source has revealed that the US is going to deploy 2000 troops to Israel.
According to the Pentagon, 2,000 soldiers have been chosen and are being prepared for possible deployment to support Israel as it fights Hamas in Gaza and maybe Hezbollah over its northern border.
According to US sources who spoke with The Wall Street Journal, American forces are only to be used for operations like medical support or advise responsibilities rather than any combat duty.
"The troops are currently stationed both inside the Middle East and outside, including Europe, the officials said," WSJ writes. "It isn't clear under what circumstances the U.S. could deploy the troops or to where, but the Pentagon decision signaled it is preparing to support Israeli troops should Israel launch a ground incursion into Gaza."
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