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US sends over 50 fighter jets to Middle East in military buildup against Iran - report

The American military buildup comes amid indirect negotiations with Iranian officials, in which "progress was made" on Tuesday in Geneva, a US official told The Post.

An F-35 pilot prepares for take off from the Vermont Air National Guard Base with the flag of the United States, in South Burlington, Vermont, US, May 22, 2020
US troops are seen boarding an oil tanker breaching Washington's blockade on sanctioned vessels traveling to or from Venezuela, February 15, 2026.

US intercepts Iran-linked oil tanker en route from Caribbean to Indian Ocean

The world's largest aircraft carrier, the U.S. Navy nuclear-powered Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) arrives in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, December 1, 2025.

US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations

Syrian Democratic Forces and U.S. troops are seen during a patrol near Turkish border in Hasakah, Syria November 4, 2018

US pulls out of Syria’s al-Tanf base after 15-day equipment removal, relocating to Jordan - report


US warns IRGC against 'escalatory behavior' in international waters

CENTCOM's statement, while acknowledging "Iran’s right to operate professionally in international airspace and waters," warned against any unsafe or threatening behaviors during the exercise.

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

CENTCOM, IDF chiefs meet in shadow of possible Iran conflict, await Trump's final decision

The IDF announced on Sunday that the two had met on Saturday, showing "the personal connection between the commanders, and the tight strategic connection between the IDF and the US military."

CENTCOM's Adm. Brad Cooper meets with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir on January 24, 2026.

Trump's Iran strategy: US prepares decisive action as tensions rise in the Middle East

US President Donald Trump is keeping "all options on the table" while US forces assemble in the Middle East.

U.S. President Donald Trump walks during the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2026.

US President Donald Trump says he told Netanyahu Iron Dome is 'US tech' in Davos speech

At Davos, Trump told Netanyahu to stop taking credit for Iron Dome, declaring it "entirely American" while revealing plans for a revolutionary "Golden Dome" defense system.

US President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

Vice President JD Vance, wife Usha announce they are expecting fourth child

“We are very excited to share that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child... Both Usha and the baby are doing well, and we look forward to welcoming him in late July,” Vice President Vance shared.

Vice President JD Vance dances with his wife, second lady Usha Vance at the Marine Ball at the Washington Hilton on November 8, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Where are the American bases in the Middle East Iran threatened it might strike? - explainer

Trump warned Iran that if it retaliated against the US, the US would respond at levels “never seen before.”

Qatar Emiri Air Force personnel load aid onto a military cargo plane headed to Syria, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, December 30, 2024.

Vance urges Trump to pursue talks with Iran before military strikes - WSJ

The Wall Street Journal reports that JD Vance is among the senior officials pushing Trump to enter a new negotiation round with the Islamic Republic regime.

 US President Donald Trump talks with Vice President JD Vance in the Cross Hall following a celebration of US military mothers event at the White House in Washington, US, May 8, 2025.

Netanyahu begins a farewell to US military aid - analysis

Netanyahu aims to phase out US military aid within 10 years, citing Israel’s growing capacity and the need for greater independence in defense production.

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

US military warns Trump it needs more time to prepare for Iran strikes - report

Senior US defense officials warned President Donald Trump that more time is needed to prepare for potential strikes on Iran, according to reports.

US President Donald Trump wearing a "happy Trump" pin speaks during a meeting at the White House in Washington, January 9, 2026; illustrative.

Iranian unrest could make it harder for regime to fire missiles at Israel, ex-Navy chief says

“It is possible that the current regime falls and is replaced by one led by the Revolutionary Guards,” he said.

Illustrative image of former commander of the Israeli Navy, V.-Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom.