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More US and British troops to Gulf

Source: CCTV.com | 12-22-2006 15:18

The New York Times has reported that the United States and Britain will send more warships into the Gulf region as a display of "military resolve toward Iran."

According to the report, Robert Gates is to approve requests for a second aircraft carrier and supporting ships, to be stationed within quick sailing distance of Iran by early next year.

Senior U.S. military officers are quoted to say that the increase in naval power is not in preparation for an offensive strike against Iran.

 

Editor:Ji Xuewen