Trump Warns Iran: US 'Armada' Deploys Amid Nuclear, Protest Tensions

• President Trump announced a US 'armada' is heading towards Iran, expressing hope it won't be used but renewing warnings against killing protesters or restarting its nuclear program.
• The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and several guided-missile destroyers are expected in the Middle East, with additional air-defense systems also being considered.
• The deployments aim to enhance defense for US forces and provide options for further military action, following previous strikes on Iranian nuclear sites in June.
• Trump claimed his threats led Iran to cancel nearly 840 hangings of prisoners, stating he warned of severe repercussions if executions proceeded.
• Tensions escalated after a crackdown on protests in Iran, which began in December 2025 over economic hardship and resulted in thousands of deaths, according to HRANA and Iranian officials.

Why It Matters: Trump deploys a US 'armada' to the Middle East, warning Iran against nuclear activities and protester killings.