US Navy Middle East Buildup: One-Third of Deployed Fleet Positioned Near Iran
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US Navy Middle East Buildup: One-Third of Deployed Fleet Positioned Near Iran

February 17, 2026
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The United States has significantly expanded its military footprint in the Middle East, with nearly one-third of its deployed naval fleet now positioned close to Iran. The move represents one of the largest American force concentrations in the region in recent years. The deployment includes major aircraft carrier strike groups

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