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The Army general tapped to take over as top U.S. commander in the Middle East is warning senators that if Russian invades Ukraine, it could create broader instability into the Middle East, including Syria

WASHINGTON: The Army general tapped to take over as top US commander in the Middle East warned senators Tuesday that if Russian invades Ukraine, as many fear, it could create broader instability in the Middle East, including Syria. But he was clear that Iran remains the key threat to US and allies in the region. Lt. Gen. Erik Kurilla also told the Senate Armed Services

"I think the UAE has one of the most professional militaries in the region. They're very well-led, and I think the UAE is a very safe and secure place," the commander stressed.

Lt. Gen. Erik Kurilla told the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday that a Russian attack on Ukraine could spill over into the Middle East.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Army general tapped to take over as top U.S. commander in the Middle East warned senators Tuesday that if Russian invades Ukraine, as many fear, it could create broader instability in the Middle East, including Syria. But he was clear that Iran remains the key threat to U.S. and allies in the region.

President Biden's nominee to lead U.S. Central Command told lawmakers Tuesday that America should not lose sight of the Middle East even as the nation's geopolitical focus has shifted to the Indo-Pacific region and Eastern Europe.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Army general tapped to take over as top U.S. commander in the Middle East warned senators Tuesday that if Russian invades Ukraine, as many fear, it could create broader instability in the Middle East, including Syria.

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