US Stations Additional Troops in Middle East Amid Heightened Tensions

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U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria have faced repeated attacks from Iranian-backed militia groups in recent days. In response, the United States has ordered additional troops to the region to deter future assaults. For an analysis into the decision for more American troops in the region, VOA’s Vincent Makori spoke to VOA Pentagon Correspondent Carla Babb.