Twelve Us F-22 Jets Arrive In Israel Amid Regional Tensions

On February 25, 2026, twelve US F-22 stealth fighter jets landed at an Israeli air force base as part of a significant military buildup in the Middle East aimed at countering Iran. An Israeli security official confirmed the deployment, stating, "The Israeli military has been preparing for all scenarios, including a possible Iranian attack or retaliatory strike." This move comes amid ongoing indirect negotiations between the US and Iran, which the Israeli official described as "genuine." Concurrently, Israel has updated its emergency guidelines to ensure that essential sectors remain operational during potential crises, reflecting lessons learned from previous conflicts with Iran. In a related incident, two Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire in Gaza, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region. The Palestinian Red Crescent Society is also mobilizing aid, dispatching over three million medical supplies to Gaza, which is facing severe health sector strains due to the ongoing conflict (The Frontier Post).