US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Trump Threatens Naval Armada, Iran Warns of Retaliation

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News18•23-01-2026, 09:21
US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Trump Threatens Naval Armada, Iran Warns of Retaliation
- •US President Donald Trump announced a 'huge military fleet' is heading towards Iran, emphasizing pressure tactics.
- •Iran's Revolutionary Guards commander warned the US that their 'finger is also on the trigger' in response to Trump's threats.
- •The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and guided-missile destroyers are expected in the Middle East soon.
- •US officials are considering additional air-defense systems to protect American bases from potential Iranian attacks.
- •Trump linked the military deployment to ongoing protests in Iran and warned against restarting its nuclear program or executing protesters.
Why It Matters: US-Iran tensions rise as Trump deploys naval armada, while Iran issues a strong warning of retaliation.
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