News Alert: U.S. to send troops to Saudi Arabia after attacks on oil facilities

The decision to send a modest number of military personnel marks the second time in recent months that the United States has boosted its presence in the region in response to Iranian actions. President Trump indicated earlier Friday that he was content for now with increased economic and diplomatic pressure on Iran, rather than direct military action.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert Sep 20, 7:29 PM     U.S. to send troops to Saudi Arabia after attacks on oil facilities The decision to send a modest number of military personnel marks the second time in recent months that the United States has boosted its presence in the region in response to Iranian actions. President Trump indicated earlier Friday that he was content for now with increased economic and diplomatic pressure on Iran, rather than direct military action. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2019 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071