politics
February 20, 2026
US Gathers Largest Air Force Group in Region Since Iraq Invasion
This buildup would allow Washington to conduct military operations against Iran for several weeks, the newspaper said
TL;DR
- US deploying largest air force to the Middle East since 2003.
- F-22 and F-35 fighter jets are being sent.
- A second aircraft carrier and command post aircraft are en route.
- Buildup would allow for weeks of military operations against Iran.
- President Trump has not made a final decision on striking Iran.