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Major US naval, air buildup sets stage for potential Iran war: RFI

  • On Wednesday, Axios reported the Trump administration is closer than many Americans realize to launching a major war with Iran, and sources said the U.S. `could be engaged in a major war in the Middle East` `very soon`.
  • The administration shifted to a two-track approach of diplomacy and military buildup, with deployments growing dramatically in recent weeks as Israel's government pushes for broader strikes and regime change.
  • Named carriers include the USS Gerald Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln near Iran, each with crews up to 5,690; logistics show more than 150 cargo flights and 50 additional fighter jets moved this month.
  • Senior U.S. officials assess a 90% chance of kinetic action within weeks if diplomatic gaps persist, while Israeli officials prepare for war within days and Iranian officials plan proposals in two weeks.
  • Sources who spoke with Axios warned the operation could threaten Iran's clerical regime and be more extensive than past U.S. strikes, while defense analysts say deployments position the U.S. for a sustained regionwide campaign.
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BBC News broke the news in United Kingdom on Monday, February 16, 2026.
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