Israel is one of the best-armed nations in the wider Middle East with advanced air force and missile defence systems, and an undeclared nuclear weapons program.
U.S. Moves Quickly To Boost Israel's Military: Here's How - Across America, US - The buildup reflects U.S. concern that the deadly fighting between Hamas and Israel could escalate into a more dangerous regional conflict.
WASHINGTON — Within hours of the horrific attack by Hamas, the U.S. began moving warships and aircraft to the region to be ready to provide Israel with whatever it needed