Israel: US Military Aircraft Converge on Nevatim and Ovda Bases

More than ten US military transport aircraft landed in southern Israel over one week at Nevatim and Ovda, most having departed from Biggs Army Airfield near El Paso, Texas. The Times of Israel reported that US cargo planes also visited bases in Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia; their cargo is unknown but may be linked to efforts to strengthen regional air defenses. Concerns about renewed strikes on Iran remain focused on its nuclear program, following US and Israeli strikes on February 28, 2026, and a ceasefire in April. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi urged Tehran to allow inspectors to return, saying the agency no longer has continuous oversight of Iran’s stockpile, estimated at 440.9 kg of uranium enriched to 60%.