September 5, 2022 3:38pm EDT
US military flies two nuclear-capable B-52H Stratofortresses over the Middle East
The bomber task force mission comes amid escalating tensions with Iran
By Paul Best | Fox News
The US military flew two nuclear-capable B-52H Stratofortresses over the Middle East on Sunday alongside allied aircraft from the air forces of the United Kingdom, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said.
It's the fourth bomber task force (BTF) mission so far this year and comes amid increased tensions with Iran, which attempted to seize multiple US sea drones that were operating in international waters last week.
During Sunday's mission, the B-52 long-distance bombers took off from England and flew over the Eastern Mediterranean, Arabian Peninsula, and Red Sea.
A B-52H Stratofortress flies alongside allied aircraft over the Middle East on Sunday.
(Central Command)
"This Bomber Task Force is a strong, clear representation of enduring US commitment to the region," Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, 9th Air Force commander, said in a statement.
"Threats to the US and our partners will not go unanswered. Missions like this BTF showcase our ability to combine forces to deter and, if necessary, defeat our adversaries."
As fighter jets from the United Kingdom, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia escorted the B-52 bombers overhead, Army Central forces simulated firepower on the ground.
Washington D.C. has been negotiating with Iran for 16 months to try to revive the defunct Iran Nuclear Deal.
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