Is Trump Preparing for War with Iran? The Politics Behind the Military Build-up.

Feb 27, 2026 | The United States has launched its largest military build-up in the Middle East in over two decades — aircraft carriers, fighter jets, missile defense systems — all positioned within striking distance of Iran. Trump claims Iran poses an urgent nuclear threat.

Intelligence assessments suggest a far less immediate danger. At the same time, negotiations are faltering, diplomats have been told to stay silent, and Congress has largely stepped aside. So is this about national security — or political strategy?


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