The Pentagon says that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has put about 8,500 troops on heightened alert, so they will be prepared to deploy if needed to reassure NATO allies in the face of ongoing Russian aggression on the border of Ukraine.
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U.S. orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry
US puts 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia tension