Since 2023, the United States has quietly increased its military presence throughout the Middle East. Its gradual buildup reflects a recalibrated defensive posture aimed at deterring Iranian aggression and containing the growing threat posed by Iran-backed proxies, particularly the Houthi rebels in Yemen. However, contrary to speculation that Washington could be preparing for some kind […]
Graphic Essay: US Military Buildup in the Middle East
Its focus is on defensive capabilities.
