White House Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said 2,000 US troops are ready to defend Israel

 

White House Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said that 2,000 US troops are ready to stand by Israel on Tuesday, October 17.

A US Rapid Response Force of 2,000 Marines and sailors is being sent to Israeli waters. He said that this force is capable of dealing with conflicts and will join the several warships and warships sent earlier to guard Israel.

US-based television channel CNN reported this information about two defense officials.

Earlier, US officials said, there is a possibility of deployment of US troops to Israel for medical and logistical support. However, the US officials did not specify where the troops will be deployed and what strategy will be used.

In another statement, an official said, they will be sent to the southern coast of Israel. But they will not directly engage in a war against Hamas.

Officials said about this action, the United States wants to send a message to Iran and Lebanon's armed group Hezbollah through such actions. Washington does not want the Israel-Hamas conflict to spread abroad. Analysts believe that the risk of the United States becoming involved in the ongoing conflict through these actions is increasing.

Since the attack of Hamas on Israel on October 7, the United States has stood firmly by the country. As part of a show of support for Israel, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken visited Tel Aviv and met with the Israeli president and prime minister.