Trump Menaces Iran With Massive Armada Capable of Prolonged War
The Intercept • • nation
Key Points:
- The USS Gerald R. Ford, America's newest and largest aircraft carrier, is rapidly moving through the Mediterranean toward the Middle East, joining the USS Abraham Lincoln as part of a significant U.S. military buildup signaling potential conflict with Iran.
- This military escalation is part of the Trump administration's broader strategy to pressure Iran to halt its nuclear program, despite ongoing indirect talks between U.S. envoys and Iranian diplomats in Geneva.
- U.S. forces have deployed extensive assets, including stealth fighters, missile-equipped warships, spy planes, and advanced air defense systems, preparing for a possible sustained military campaign against Iran.
- U.S. officials express uncertainty about whether President Trump has decided to launch an attack but acknowledge a high likelihood, warning of severe regional
