"300 US Troops Deployed to Middle East Amid Escalating Tensions"

An additional 300 U.S. troops will deploy to the U.S. Central Command area of operations to provide support functions for forces already in the region, as there have been more strikes by Iranian-backed militia groups on U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria. The Pentagon has also submitted an "urgent supplemental budget request" to fund national security needs, including $10.6 billion for Israel's defense, $44.4 billion for Ukraine's defense against Russia, and $3.3 billion for U.S. military requirements. Israeli forces continue to attack Hamas targets in Gaza, while the fighting in Ukraine sees incremental gains by the Ukrainians and limited offensive operations by the Russians. The U.S. remains committed to supporting Israel and Ukraine in their efforts to protect their citizens and maintain sovereignty.