FILE: Bases hosting U.S. forces in the Middle East

Record ID: 2359247

  • Title: FILE: Bases hosting U.S. forces in the Middle East
  • Date: 28th February 2026
  • Summary: U.S. troops arrived at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait in February 1998 as the United States continued its military buildup against Iraq. The deployment followed escalating tensions over Iraq's compliance with United Nations weapons inspections. As of 2026, the U.S. Air Force continues to maintain a presence, while the base remains under the control of the Kuwaiti governme
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  • Keywords: Al Dhafra Air Base Al Udeid Air Base Ali Al Salem Air Base Camp Arifjan Iran Middle East Naval Support Activity Bahrain US bases US military
  • Location: VARIOUS LOCATIONS
  • City: VARIOUS LOCATIONS
  • Country: US
  • Topics: Conflicts/War/Peace,North America,International/National Security
  • Reuters ID: LVA004883726022026RP1
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