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US military prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, but Trump has yet to make a final call, sources say
US forces, including carrier strike groups, are positioned for a potential large-scale campaign against Iran pending Trump's order amid ongoing diplomacy and regional tensions.
- On Wednesday, the US military is prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, while President Donald Trump has not made a final decision and is polling advisers.
- On Tuesday, Iranian and US negotiators exchanged notes for three-and-a-half hours during indirect talks in Geneva, while Iran's top negotiator said they agreed on a 'set of guiding principles' and Karoline Leavitt said more details are expected in the next couple of weeks.
- Military officials report a recent flurry of air and naval buildup including the USS Gerald Ford carrier group, while US Air Force assets based in the United Kingdom reposition closer and satellite imagery shows Iran fortifying nuclear facilities, the Institute for Science and International Security found.
- Public and congressional support for a strike remains limited as White House officials say diplomacy is the first option but military options are still on the table, fueling fears of conflict.
- Karoline Leavitt said Iran will provide more negotiating details in the next couple of weeks, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to update Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on February 28.
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US military ready to strike Iran as Trump weighs decision: Report
The U.S. military is prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, though President Donald Trump has not made a final decision. The White House has been briefed that the buildup of air and naval assets in recent days puts forces in a position for action within days, according to a new CNN report. Sources told CNN that Trump has argued both sides internally and has asked advisers and allies what they would do. One source said he is “spending …
The United States is ready to attack Iran as early as this weekend, anonymous sources tell American media.
19 February 2026: 'US likely to strike Iran, but Trump has yet to call it' and other world headlines
Here are the stories that made headlines on the front pages of newspapers worldwide on Thursday, 19 February 2026. The Jerusalem Post reported on its front page that the U.S. is likely to strike Iran, but Trump has yet to make a decision. The Daily Mail’s front page reported that Britain faces a ‘1936 moment,’ as defence chiefs warn the prime minister. The New York Times’ front page reported that states are taking the lead as Trump leaves a vo…
Washington wants to negotiate with Tehran not only about the nuclear program, but also about the regime's ballistic missiles. However, the recent talks in Geneva end without a breakthrough. According to reports, an attack by the US could be imminent. In this case, Russia threatens with consequences.
According to one of the sources, it is common practice for the Pentagon to relocate assets and personnel ahead of a potential US military action.
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