US Military Buildup in Middle East: Is Iran Next on Trump's List Amid Rising Tensions?
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Moneycontrol•22-01-2026, 19:31
US Military Buildup in Middle East: Is Iran Next on Trump's List Amid Rising Tensions?
- •The US is significantly redeploying military assets, including fighter jets, missile defense systems, and a naval strike group, to the Middle East due to escalating tensions with Iran.
- •President Trump sends mixed signals, publicly hoping to avoid force while privately pressing advisors for military options against Iran.
- •The US Air Force redeployed 12 F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets to Jordan, and the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier was repositioned towards the Middle East.
- •Additional THAAD and Patriot missile defense systems have been deployed in Israel, Qatar, and Jordan to strengthen regional air and missile defenses.
- •Iran warns of full-scale retaliation against any US or Israeli strike, while Israel has raised its alert levels and prepared for potential conflict.
Why It Matters: US military buildup and Trump's mixed signals heighten fears of potential conflict with Iran, despite diplomatic efforts.
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