US Deploys B-2 Stealth Bombers to Diego Garcia Amid Escalating Tensions

The United States has deployed at least seven B-2 stealth bombers to Diego Garcia, signaling a strong military posture amid rising tensions with Iran and the Houthi militia in Yemen. This deployment includes C-17 cargo planes and air-to-air refuelers, aimed at protecting shipping lanes affected by Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. The U.S. military's actions coincide with ongoing airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, which have reportedly resulted in civilian casualties. President Trump has framed the Houthis as a significant threat and expressed a commitment to countering their activities, referring to them as 'sinister mobsters and thugs.' The presence of the bombers serves as a warning to Iran regarding its support for the Houthis and the potential for further military escalation in the region. Analysts suggest this military buildup may indicate preparations for a larger operation as diplomatic tensions rise over Iran's nuclear ambitions.