The high-level US-Israel military meeting focused on the ongoing conflict involving Iran and efforts to limit its weapons production. Senior officials from the Israel Defence Forces were also part of the discussions.
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, the Chief of the US Central Command (CENTCOM), Admiral Brad Cooper, met Israel Defence Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir in Israel, reported CNN, citing an Israeli source familiar with the matter.
According to reports, the meeting focused on the ongoing conflict involving Iran and efforts to limit its weapons production. Senior officials from the Israel Defence Forces were also part of the discussions.
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Earlier, IDF spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin said Israeli forces expect to complete attacks on key parts of Iran’s military production system within days. Addressing a press conference, he added, “This means we will destroy most of the military production capabilities, and it will take the regime a long time to restore them.”
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He stated that these strikes aim to destroy most of Iran’s military manufacturing capabilities, adding that it would take a long time for Tehran to rebuild them.
The high-level US-Israel military talks come as the Pentagon is reportedly preparing for the possibility of extended ground operations in Iran.
The plans are being developed in case US President Donald Trump decides to escalate military action. Officials say the preparations could support a longer and more intense phase of the conflict.
Notably, the USS Tripoli (LHA-7) has entered the CENTCOM area with around 3,500 Marines and soldiers.
The ship is one of the largest amphibious assault ships (AAS) in the US Navy and serves as the flagship of its strike group. It carries fighter aircraft, transport units, and other combat assets, strengthening the US military presence in the region.
In a post on X, the US CENTCOM said, “US sailors and Marines aboard the USS Tripoli arrived in CENTCOM’s Area of Responsibility on March 27. The America-class AAS serves as the flagship of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit.”
The deployment signals increased readiness by the United States as the situation in West Asia continues to evolve.
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