US Military Buildup: F-15s, Abraham Lincoln Head to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions

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News18•19-01-2026, 16:07
US Military Buildup: F-15s, Abraham Lincoln Head to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
- •The US is rapidly deploying warplanes, refueling aircraft, and naval vessels to the Middle East, with unusual activity observed at the Diego Garcia military base.
- •OSINT sources report 12 F-15 fighter jets and four aerial refueling aircraft, with one F-15 deliberately broadcasting its identification signal.
- •The aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln is expected to reach the Arabian Sea region by January 23, while C-17A Globemaster-III transport aircraft are moving towards Diego Garcia.
- •Diego Garcia's strategic location in the Indian Ocean places targets within Iran within operational range for strategic bombing missions.
- •Speculation suggests the US may be planning a covert operation or limited military action against Iran, similar to the 'Venezuela model', despite Trump's claims of no direct attack.
Why It Matters: US military assets are rapidly deploying to the Middle East, signaling potential action or pressure on Iran.
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