US reviewing military footprint after Iran strikes, Pentagon says
The Pentagon said the United States is reviewing its military presence in the Middle East following strikes by Iran during a roughly 40-day conflict.
Officials said they do not yet have a final assessment of the damage to US bases and facilities in the region.
At a budget briefing, defence comptroller Jules Hurst said funding for repairs to affected installations is not included in the department’s 2027 budget request.
A damaged US airborne warning and control aircraft following an Iranian strike on the Prince Sultan Air Base on 30 March 2026. REUTERS