US positioned for potential 'kinetic' Iran campaign in Middle East
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Key Points:
- The U.S. has launched one of its largest recent military buildups in the Middle East, positioning itself for a "highly kinetic" campaign against Iran if ordered by President Trump, according to former Pentagon official Dana Stroul.
- The current U.S. military posture in the region includes two aircraft carriers, USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln, along with increased guided-missile destroyers, fighter aircraft, refuelers, and air defense systems, enhancing both offensive and defensive capabilities.
- This buildup surpasses the limited strikes on Iranian nuclear targets in June 2025, signaling readiness for a broader and more sustained military operation while also aiming to defend U.S. allies from Iranian missile threats.
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