What are US troops doing in the Middle East and where are they? - explainer

The US and Iran are set for talks in Oman, as President Trump threatens military action if Iran doesn't limit its nuclear program, while US troops remain stationed across the Middle East.

US Army soldiers keep watch on the US embassy compound in Baghdad, Iraq January 1, 2020

US Army soldiers keep watch on the US embassy compound in Baghdad, Iraq January 1, 2020

(photo credit: DOD/LT. COL. ADRIAN WEALE/HANDOUT VIA REUTERS)

ByREUTERS

APRIL 11, 2025 22:07

Updated: APRIL 11, 2025 22:51