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How US plans to deter Iran amid tensions with Russia in Middle East - analysis

Integration of regional air and missile defense, use of a new drone task force, dealing with Russia’s “behavior” and deterring Iran are all key goals for the US Air Force and Central Command these days in the Middle East.

The United States is continuing to work in the region to deal with challenges, such as Russia’s actions in Syria and to deter Iranian threats. United States Air Force Lt.-Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, commander of the Ninth Air Force and the Combined Forces Air Component Commander for US Central Command, gave a briefing Wednesday about some of the current actions the US is taking in this respect. 

On the one hand, he addressed air operations in the Middle East and coordination to advance peace and stability in the region. He also focused on Russian aggression in Syria and the continuing war against ISIS. READ MORE