The development moves the laser a step closer to possible deployment along Israel's border with Lebanon.

Just under 100,000 more troops stand ready for possible deployment.

He declined to provide details about possible future deployments.

The challenge we face is to use that public investment to obtain the widest possible deployment.

Several Bush Administration officials have made conflicting statements recently about the possible deployment of the military.

Pentagon officials have sought to limit the size of any possible deployment, which would include logistics, intelligence and communications personnel.

These formed part of the group of 275 military and 200 police personnel who have been put on alert for possible deployment.

Other possible deployments include helicopters for special forces troops.

"Canadian forces continue to prepare for possible deployment."

And another 3,500 troops in Germany remain on standby for possible deployment.