Pros and cons of American bases in Israel
The American media was filled with recent reports of discussions at the Pentagon about whether to move U.S. bases out of the rocket range of Iran. At stake was the future of major navy and…
Assessment
The Pentagon is weighing a major shift in Middle East force posture, driven by the vulnerability of Gulf bases to Iranian missiles. Saudi Arabia's refusal to grant airspace access during the recent conflict exposed a critical gap in allied cooperation. The outcome of these discussions will reshape the U.S. military footprint in the region and its deterrence credibility.