US Military Deployment at Diego Garcia Heightens Tensions
**The United States has ramped up its military presence at Diego Garcia, a key forward air base in the Indian Ocean, amidst escalating threats toward Iran and ongoing operations targeting the Houthis. Recent reports indicate that American B-2 Spirit bombers, known for their stealth capabilities, are now stationed at this strategically significant location. At least five to seven of these bombers have been transferred from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri to Diego Garcia, bolstering the US military’s deterrent power in the region.**
Diego Garcia, which has a history of being utilized for airstrikes in the Middle East, is now highlighted as a vital asset for the US Air Force. Open-source intelligence accounts have tracked the arrival of B-2s from the 509th Bombardment Squadron, confirming that two have landed and additional bombers are on their way from the mainland. This surge in military resources raises suspicions about potential imminent military operations, especially given the recent uptick in activity from the Houthis, who are openly backed by Iran.
