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  • Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its strike group sail in formation in the Arabian Sea while aircraft fly overhead, on February 6, 2026.
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  • The Iranian pre-Islamic revolution of 1979 flag is seen near the US Capitol during a march in support of the people of Iran by members of the American-Iranian community in Washington, DC, on February 14, 2026.
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  • The world's largest aircraft carrier, the US Navy nuclear-powered USS Gerald R Ford has been heading east to support potential operations
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  • The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier (bottom) and Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E Petersen Jr during an exercise in the Arabian Sea on 6 February
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  • Strikes on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and other security institutions could weaken the apparatus that recently reasserted control after protests
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  • Human rights groups say during anti-government unrest at the end of 2025 and start of 2026, thousands of people were killed in security crackdowns
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  • Trump told the Board of Peace, Trump said that talks with Iran have been 'very good' but historically difficult.
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  • Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its strike group sail in formation in the Arabian Sea while aircraft fly overhead, on February 6, 2026.
    Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its strike group sail in formation in the Arabian Sea while aircraft fly overhead, on February 6, 2026.
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  • This image provided Thursday Feb. 19, 2026 by the Iranian military and dated Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2025, shows navy ships conducting operations during a join drill by Iranian and Russian forces in the Indian Ocean. (Masoud Nazari Mehrabi/Iranian Army via AP)
    This image provided Thursday Feb. 19, 2026 by the Iranian military and dated Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2025, shows navy ships conducting operations during a join drill by Iranian and Russian forces in the Indian Ocean. (Masoud Nazari Mehrabi/Iranian Army via AP)
    Image: Newsweek
    This image provided Thursday Feb. 19, 2026 by the Iranian military and dated Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2025, shows navy ships conducting operations during a join drill by Iranian and Russian forces in the Indian Ocean. (Masoud Nazari Mehrabi/Iranian Army via AP) Source Full size
  • The Iranian pre-Islamic revolution of 1979 flag is seen near the US Capitol during a march in support of the people of Iran by members of the American-Iranian community in Washington, DC, on February 14, 2026.
    The Iranian pre-Islamic revolution of 1979 flag is seen near the US Capitol during a march in support of the people of Iran by members of the American-Iranian community in Washington, DC, on February 14, 2026.
    Image: Newsweek
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Trump Sets 10‑15‑Day Ultimatum as USS Gerald R. Ford Moves Toward Eastern Mediterranean On February 19‑20 2026 President Donald Trump warned Tehran that “bad things” would follow if a nuclear agreement was not reached within ten to fifteen days, while a second U.S. carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, sailed from the Caribbean toward the eastern Mediterranean, joining the USS Abraham Lincoln already positioned near Iranian waters [4][7][5][1]. Military officials said the full complement of forces, including roughly 50 combat aircraft such as F‑35s and F‑22s, should be ready by mid‑March, underscoring a rapid escalation potential [4][16]. Trump’s remarks were echoed by White House officials urging Iran to be “very wise” to accept a deal, even as the administration continued to hint at possible regime‑change options [10][15].

Iranian UN Ambassador Declares All U.S. Bases Legitimate Targets in Defensive Response Iran’s UN envoy Amir Saeid Iravani sent a letter to Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres and the Security Council on February 19, stating that any U.S. aggression would make “all bases, facilities, and assets of the hostile force in the region” lawful targets [1][4]. Iravani labeled Trump’s public statements “belligerent” and urged the UN to compel the United States to cease “unlawful threats of the use of force,” while warning Tehran would meet any attack “decisively and proportionately” [1][4]. The envoy emphasized that Iran does not seek war but will defend its interests if forced into conflict [4].

Board of Peace Unveiled with $10 B U.S. Contribution and Broad International Backing At the inaugural Board of Peace summit in Washington, Trump announced a $10 billion U.S. pledge to a new body that will “look over” the United Nations and fund conflict‑resolution projects, including reconstruction in Gaza [2][5][10]. Representatives from more than twenty nations, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair attended, while Gulf and Central Asian states pledged over $7 billion in Gaza aid and several countries committed troops and police for a transitional Palestinian force [5][8]. The board’s creation coincided with ongoing domestic disputes over a Department of Homeland Security shutdown, which Trump has not yet resolved with House Democrats [2][5].

Iran‑Russia Joint Drills and Regional Military Posturing Intensify Tensions Iran conducted live‑fire naval exercises with Russia in the Strait of Hormuz and the Indian Ocean, briefly closing the strait and simulating a hijacked‑ship rescue, while Russian warships participated in the drills [12][4][9]. The United States responded by adding about 50 combat aircraft to the region, repositioning forces from bases worldwide, and urging allies such as Poland and Germany to evacuate non‑critical personnel [4][9]. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged Israeli readiness for any Iranian attack, though the exact scope of Israel’s involvement remains unclear [4][7].

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Timeline

Dec 22, 2025 – Iran’s foreign‑ministry spokesman declares its ballistic‑missile programme “defensive and non‑negotiable,” insisting the arsenal is solely a deterrent and will not be discussed in any talks [29].

Dec 27, 2025 – President Masoud Pezeshkian tells an interview on the Supreme Leader’s site that Iran is at “full‑scale war” with the United States, Israel and Europe, framing the conflict as more complex than the 1980‑88 Iran‑Iraq war [24].

Dec 28, 2025 – Pezeshkian repeats the full‑scale war claim, warning the West that its campaign “is more complicated and more difficult” than the Iran‑Iraq war and linking the statement to the upcoming Netanyahu‑Trump meeting [28].

Dec 29, 2025 – Iran’s president publicly declares war on the United States; the military vows to “crush its enemies” in response [23].

Dec 29, 2025 – At Mar‑a‑Lago, Trump warns Hamas and Iran that the United States will “strongly respond” if Iran rebuilds its nuclear program or missile arsenal, while praising Netanyahu and announcing a civilian award for Trump [27].

Dec 31, 2025 – Reports reveal the IRGC is developing chemical‑ and biological‑warhead kits for ballistic missiles; Trump warns the U.S. “could back Israeli strikes” if Tehran advances its missile or nuclear work [22].

Jan 5, 2026 – Trump tells Iran it will be “hit very hard” if protest deaths continue, as protests spread to 222 locations and Netanyahu outlines a possible “Operation Iron Strike” against Tehran [21].

Jan 15, 2026 – A Newsweek analysis notes U.S. weapons stockpiles are depleted but still potent; the Wall Street Journal reports Trump ordered assets to be ready for a strike on Iran [20].

Jan 16, 2026 – Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Egypt press Washington and Tehran to restrain, while the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group transits toward the Gulf with Tomahawk‑armed destroyers [19].

Jan 21, 2026 – In a NewsNation interview, Trump threatens to “wipe the Iranian regime off the face of the Earth” if aggression occurs; U.S. F‑15E jets land in Jordan and the Abraham Lincoln carrier moves toward the Persian Gulf [18].

Jan 28, 2026 – Trump posts “Time is running out” on Truth Social, warning an “armada” is heading to Iran and that the next attack will be worse than the 2025 strikes; Iran’s foreign minister says Tehran is ready to respond “immediately and powerfully” [17].

Jan 30, 2026 – The USS Abraham Lincoln strike group enters the U.S. Central Command area near Iran, intensifying fears of broader confrontation as Iran endures its harshest protest crackdown since 1979 [16].

Jan 31, 2026 – CENTCOM issues a warning that any “unsafe behavior” by Iran’s IRGC in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger escalation; Iran schedules a two‑day live‑fire naval drill in the strait [15].

Feb 1, 2026 – Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tells Tasnim that a U.S. attack would spark a “regional war,” while the Abraham Lincoln carrier operates in the Arabian Sea and FM Abbas Araghchi says Iran has “lost trust” in the United States yet still pursues negotiations [13].

Feb 2, 2026 – President Pezeshkian orders the start of nuclear talks with the United States; Trump simultaneously warns of possible military action and orders an aircraft‑carrier group to West Asia [26].

Feb 2, 2026 – Turkey seeks to convene U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff with Iranian officials by week’s end, as the Abraham Lincoln carrier and destroyers remain positioned in the region [12].

Feb 4, 2026 – Iran’s foreign minister announces a Friday nuclear‑talks session in Muscat, aiming to ease post‑crackdown tensions; Trump warns Supreme Leader Khamenei to be “very worried” ahead of the meeting [11].

Feb 5, 2026 – The United States and Iran consider a second round of nuclear negotiations after the June 2025 war and protest crackdown; Trump escalates pressure, threatening a strike if Iran retaliates to protest killings [10].

Feb 10, 2026 – Geneva talks involving U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner and Iran’s top diplomat make modest progress on “guiding principles,” while Iran continues to demand a bilateral format focused solely on its nuclear program [6].

Feb 18, 2026 – Trump’s private envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner conduct “freelance peacekeeping” in Geneva, securing a Gaza ceasefire and advancing a 20‑point plan, while Iran’s negotiations inch forward amid U.S. naval buildup [9].

Feb 19, 2026 – Trump tells the world it has “probably, 10 days” to see a U.S.–Iran nuclear deal or face military action; the Board of Peace expands beyond Gaza, and the White House press secretary urges Iran to be “very wise” to make a deal [3].

Feb 19, 2026 – The U.S. deploys the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group near Iranian waters and the USS Gerald R Ford near the Strait of Gibraltar, signaling a layered posture as Secretary of State Marco Rubio demands Iran halt enrichment and missile ranges [2].

Feb 19, 2026 – White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt repeats that Iran would be “very wise” to negotiate with Trump, even as media report the president may order a strike as early as Saturday [5].

Feb 19, 2026 – Iran and Russia conduct joint naval drills off southern Iran, simulating a hijacked‑ship rescue and briefly closing the Strait of Hormuz, while U.S. carriers Gerald R Ford and Abraham Lincoln move toward the region [7].

Feb 19, 2026 – Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans a trip to Israel to brief Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on U.S.–Iran nuclear talks on Feb 28, as senior officials say “full forces” will be ready by mid‑March [8].

Feb 19, 2026 – At a Board of Peace meeting, Trump issues a new Iran ultimatum, threatening “possible military action” while urging a diplomatic solution and hinting at a Nobel Peace Prize [1].

Feb 20, 2026 – Iran’s UN ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani writes to the Security Council that any U.S. aggression would make “all bases, facilities, and assets of the hostile force in the region” lawful targets [6].

Feb 20, 2026 – Trump hints that the United States might use a British base on an Indian‑Ocean island if Iran refuses a deal, labeling his remarks “belligerent” and urging the UN to curb U.S. threats [6].

Feb 20, 2026 – Iran‑Russia drills coincide with the USS Gerald R Ford moving toward the eastern Mediterranean; Trump gives Tehran 10‑15 days to strike a deal, warning “bad things” will follow, while senior U.S. officials say the full complement of forces should be in place by mid‑March [30].

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