Armed Conflict in the Middle East and Dramatic Diplomatic Developments: U
S. Deploys Military Forces in Response to Israeli Strikes on Tehran The situation in the Middle East is escalating rapidly. According to the Associated Press, citing high-ranking U.S. military officials, the United States is beginning a large-scale movement of military units into the region in response to recent aggressive actions by Israel against Iran. These steps indicate growing tensions among key regional players and the possibility of a new escalation that could significantly impact global security. Sources report that the U.S. Navy has already ordered forces to encircle vital strategic points in the Mediterranean. Specifically, the destroyer USS Thomas Hudner has been assigned to move toward the eastern part of the region, and another ship, currently in readiness mode, can be rapidly deployed if directed by the White House. The Pentagon and military experts' reactions are driven by a desire to prevent further escalation of violence and to maintain the ability to respond quickly to any new threats. Meanwhile, information has emerged that the U.S. senior leadership has convened a National Security Council meeting to directly discuss strategic steps in light of recent events. It is known that President Donald Trump is holding a closed-door meeting to determine the response to the growing tensions. This coincides with reports that on the night of June 13, Israel conducted strikes against targets related to Iran's nuclear program, citing the desire to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapon capabilities. The extensive Israeli aerial and missile strikes resulted in casualties among Iranian forces, including the death of a high-ranking officer—Qods Force Commander Hossain Salami. This prompted an immediate reaction from Iranian authorities. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, confirmed the deaths of several senior officials and commanders, promising that Iran would launch an appropriate response and revenge against Israel. Simultaneously, Iranian sources indicate preparations for possible escalation in response to such actions. In the diplomatic circles of the civilized world, cautionary rhetoric has appeared. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Israeli strikes were "a unilateral operation," although official U.S. sources had prior information about the possibility of the attack. At the same time, Israeli officials, under the cover of secrecy, confirm that they received a "green light" from Washington regarding such actions, and formally insist that they acted in support of their allies. Following these events, President Trump called on Iran to return to nuclear negotiations. In his statement, he emphasized that there is still time for action and urged Tehran not to "lose the last chances" and to refrain from provoking further escalation. The U.S. leader warned that Iran’s actions could lead to an irreparable split in efforts to find a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. Military and diplomatic policies in the region remain highly uncertain, and the increasing tension could potentially lead to open armed conflict with far-reaching consequences for stability across the Middle East. The world is watching closely, as any new step could push the region to the brink of conflict.