US C-17 flights from Fort Liberty hint at Middle East ground operation

Satellite and open‑source imagery show a surge of C‑17 and C‑5 flights departing Fort Liberty, home to Special Operations Forces and the 82nd Airborne Division. The aircraft are carrying what appear to be military supplies and equipment, indicating preparation for a possible ground operation in the Middle East following failed negotiations and President Trump's threats. Analysts note that the timing aligns with Trump's promise to resume the operation and the dispatch of additional naval assets. The buildup, if confirmed, would mark a significant escalation in US involvement in the region.