Trump may start a war with Iran in the near future — what is known
19 February 02:08
The administration of US President Donald Trump has come significantly closer to a possible military conflict with Iran. According to sources in Washington and the Middle East, war could break out in the coming weeks or even days if diplomatic negotiations ultimately fail. This was reported by Axios, citing sources, according to "Komersant Ukrainian".
The US has already deployed significant military forces to the region, including aircraft carriers, fighter jets, and air defense systems.
The US and Israel may launch a joint military operation against Iran
According to sources, the potential military operation could be a large-scale campaign lasting several weeks and much broader than previous limited strikes.
It is expected to be a joint US-Israel operation aimed at:
- Iran’s nuclear infrastructure;
- military facilities;
- missile programs;
- key elements of the Iranian regime’s military system.
Such a conflict could have serious consequences for the entire Middle East and affect Donald Trump’s presidency.
The US has already deployed aircraft carriers, fighter jets, and hundreds of aircraft
According to sources, the US military presence in the region has increased dramatically.
Currently, the group includes:
- two aircraft carriers;
- more than a dozen warships;
- hundreds of fighter jets;
- air defense systems;
- more than 150 military transport flights carrying weapons.
In the last 24 hours alone, another 50 fighter jets have been sent to the region, including:
- F-35
- F-22
- F-16
Negotiations between the US and Iran continue, but there is no breakthrough
Trump’s advisers Jared Kushner and Steve Wintock held three hours of talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Geneva.
Both sides reported some progress, but key differences remain.
US Vice President Jay D. Vance said the talks had some positive results, but Iran is not yet ready to accept key US demands.
He stressed that diplomacy may have reached its limits.
Israel is preparing for war in the near future
According to Israeli officials, Israel is actively preparing for a scenario of war with Iran.
Israel advocates the toughest scenario possible, which includes:
- the destruction of Iran’s nuclear program;
- striking missile infrastructure;
- weakening or changing the regime.
Trump may order a strike if negotiations fail
According to sources, Donald Trump does not view the troop deployment as a show of force without the intention to act.
One of Trump’s advisers said:
“There is a 90% chance that we will see military action in the coming weeks.”
The US has given Iran about two weeks to present a new proposal on its nuclear program.
If no agreement is reached, a military scenario is possible.
War could have global consequences
A potential conflict between the US and Iran could affect:
- security in the Middle East;
- global oil prices;
- international politics;
- the global economy.
Experts note that this could be the largest military conflict in the region in the last decade.
