Iran Ready for War, U.S. Strengthens Middle East Defenses

The Pentagon has raised its regional forces to combat readiness after Iran warned it would attack U.S. bases if Washington supports Israel.

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Iran Ready for War, U.S. Strengthens Middle East Defenses
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Iran has officially declared its readiness for military confrontation with the United States should Washington enter the conflict on Israel’s side. In response, the Pentagon immediately placed all U.S. forces in the Middle East on high alert. Positions have been reinforced in the UAE, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and other regional locations.

According to the U.S. Department of Defense, over 40,000 American troops are currently stationed across the Middle East. Air defense systems have been activated, and contingency plans are in place for immediate retaliatory strikes. The deployment of additional resources is under urgent review.

Iranian officials confirmed that ballistic missile systems have been put on full alert, and Iranian media are announcing a "night operation the world will remember for centuries." Military statements are accompanied by threats to strike key American assets in the region.

U.S. President Donald Trump, in constant communication with military command, indicated he is ready to take decisive action. In a statement to journalists, he asserted, “We have full control over Iran’s airspace.” He added that while the location of Iran’s Supreme Leader is known, the U.S. currently has no plans for assassination.

Trump also ordered increased readiness at bases in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, from where potential strikes on Iran could be launched. U.S. intelligence continues round-the-clock monitoring of Iranian troop movements and missile platforms.

The Pentagon is assessing scenarios including direct missile exchanges and operations involving naval and air forces. Defense sources do not rule out preemptive strikes if American troops or allies are threatened.

Amid escalating tensions, an emergency address by Donald Trump to the nation and U.S. allies is expected. Washington has stepped up diplomatic contacts with NATO partners, as well as Israel, the UAE, and Jordan. High-level briefings are being held behind closed doors, with a focus on developing a coordinated defense strategy.

The situation in the Middle East is rapidly intensifying, posing a clear risk of a large-scale regional conflict. While the international community remains cautious, tensions in the Persian Gulf are at their highest level in years.

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