The United States has significantly increased its military presence in the Middle East, reaching full readiness for potential military operations against Iran.
Operative Information Center-OMM, citing Fox News, reports that former Pentagon official Dana Stroul highlighted the US military's capacity to conduct long-term, high-intensity operations under the direction of US President Donald Trump. Stroul noted that US forces are simultaneously prepared to protect regional allies against potential missile threats from Iran.
According to Stroul, the current military readiness is more comprehensive and strategic compared to previous operations. The mobility of naval assets is particularly noteworthy; the "USS Gerald R. Ford" aircraft carrier is moving eastward through the Strait of Gibraltar, while the "USS Abraham Lincoln" continues its mission in the Sea of Oman. Both vessels are expected to be deployed within the US Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, with one potentially positioned in the Eastern Mediterranean and the other in the Persian Gulf.
Despite the escalating military tension, diplomatic channels remain active. Indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran regarding the nuclear program are expected to resume on February 26 through the mediation of Oman. Experts suggest that while Iran employs a policy of deterrence through military displays, it also seeks to manage tensions via these diplomatic avenues. Stroul concluded that the US military faces no technical deficiencies, stating that the commencement of any operation remains a purely political decision.
