The US Department of Defence has chosen approximately 2,000 troops for potential deployment to support Israel, as reported by The Wall Street Journal.
These troops, drawn from various branches of the US armed services, will primarily provide advisory and medical assistance.
They are currently stationed in different locations, including the Middle East and Europe.
It's important to note that these troops are not intended to take part in combat roles and none have been placed on standby for deployment, according to US officials.
The exact circumstances under which these troops could be deployed or their specific destination remain unclear, as reported by The Wall Street Journal.
During an interview on CBS's "60 Minutes," President Joe Biden was asked about the possibility of US troops engaging in combat in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
He responded that he did not believe it to be necessary, citing the strength of Israel's own military forces.
The US Defence Department confirmed that Secretary Lloyd Austin had a conversation with Israeli Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant regarding Israel's actions in response to the Hamas attack.
The US expressed unwavering commitment to Israel's defence and its determination to deter any state or non-state actors from escalating the conflict.
Following the Hamas attack, the US swiftly began deploying warships and aircraft to the region in support of Israel's efforts.
The Pentagon redirected the Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group towards Israel, having just completed joint exercises with the Italian Navy.
Additionally, the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower carrier strike group was en route to the Mediterranean.
The Pentagon also authorized the dispatch of additional warplanes to reinforce existing A-10, F-15, and F-16 squadrons at bases across the Middle East, with further reinforcements on standby.
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The Israeli Defence Forces are expected to initiate a ground offensive in Gaza.
