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The U.S. military positioned forces for possible strikes on Iran as soon as this weekend, though President Trump had not yet decided, multiple sources said.

Le Figaro
The United States is ready to carry out strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, according to American media

According to the White House spokesperson, who spoke to the press on Wednesday, 'There are many reasons and arguments in favor of striking Iran'.

The United States is ready to carry out strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, according to American media
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Die Zeit
Iran and USA: The U.S. again threatens Iran with a military strike

Nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran have produced no solution so far. Reports say both countries are positioning themselves for a possible war.

Iran and USA: The U.S. again threatens Iran with a military strike
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Corriere della Sera
Trump will attack Iran, war drums over Tehran (to push for talks) | Rubio in Israel on February 28

The White House: 'Small progress but still many gaps'

Trump will attack Iran, war drums over Tehran (to push for talks) | Rubio in Israel on February 28
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by Mouin Rabbani

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Aftenposten
U.S. urges Iran to reach a nuclear deal – Trump hints at an attack

It would be wise for Iran to reach a deal with the United States, says the White House.

U.S. urges Iran to reach a nuclear deal – Trump hints at an attack
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Kathimerini
Russia: Sergey Lavrov warns against a new US attack on Iran

Any American military operation against Iran would have serious consequences, said the Russian foreign minister.

Russia: Sergey Lavrov warns against a new US attack on Iran
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To Vima
Iran: Will Trump attack this weekend? What could deter him

Donald Trump has not yet made a final decision, but he has asked for the advice of advisers and allies on what the best option is.

Iran: Will Trump attack this weekend? What could deter him
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Kathimerini
Russia, China, Iran hold joint drills in the Strait of Hormuz

The United States is increasing its military forces around the Persian Gulf - Trump is leaning toward the option of an attack, according to American media.

Russia, China, Iran hold joint drills in the Strait of Hormuz
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Neue Zürcher Zeitung
A massive armada and hundreds of fighter jets: The United States is preparing for a possible attack on Iran

In recent days the United States has accelerated the deployment of military matériel to the Gulf region again. This could be a sign that a military action could occur sooner than expected.

A massive armada and hundreds of fighter jets: The United States is preparing for a possible attack on Iran
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by Michael McFaul

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mcfaulmike.bsky.social
I don’t remember Trump talking about military action against Iran on the campaign trail. Or Venezuela. Or Greenland. The disconnect between Trump's actions abroad and how most Americans want the U.S. to act in the world is deeply troubling
February 19, 2026 at 4:25 AM
Handelsblatt
Middle East: Is a war between the United States and Iran more likely?

The latest nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran again yielded no solution. Now there are fears that U.S. President Trump could carry out his threat of an attack.

Middle East: Is a war between the United States and Iran more likely?
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Handelsblatt
Middle East: Russia warns the US against a military strike on Iran - 'Playing with fire'

U.S. fighter jets and other aircraft on their way to the Middle East +++ The EU considers support for a new Gaza administration +++ Steinmeier praised in Amman: a pillar of stability in the region +++ The news blog.

Middle East: Russia warns the US against a military strike on Iran - 'Playing with fire'
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by Dean Baker

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Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
Live blog USA under Trump: Media say US attack on Iran possible over the weekend

Live updates on US politics under Donald Trump today: current news and updates — read now in FAZ's live ticker.

Live blog USA under Trump: Media say US attack on Iran possible over the weekend
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Dagens Nyheter
Reports: U.S. attack on Iran could occur this weekend

NEW YORK. The U.S. could attack Iran as early as this coming weekend, according to CNN sources. Large numbers of combat aircraft and warships have been moved to the region and are on combat readiness. But President Trump is still weighing whether he should order an attack.

Reports: U.S. attack on Iran could occur this weekend
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The Guardian
US military ready for possible Iran strikes but Trump yet to make decision, reports say

Reports say move could come this weekend as White House urges Iran to ‘make a deal’ with Trump on nuclear program The US military is ready for possible strikes on Iran as soon as this weekend, multiple news outlets reported Wednesday citing unnamed sources. However, the reports said, Donald Trump has yet to make a final decision on whether to carry out an attack. Trump has repeatedly demanded Iran cease its nuclear program, and has warned he intends to use force if no deal is reached. Continue reading. . .

US military ready for possible Iran strikes but Trump yet to make decision, reports say
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by Michael McFaul

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mcfaulmike.bsky.social
Why is Trump planning to attack Iran again? We were told last summer that our bombing then “obliterated “ Irans nuclear weapons program.
February 19, 2026 at 3:38 AM

by Elizabeth Saunders

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Just in time for the end of the Olympics (only half kidding)

U.S. Military Moves Into Place for Possible Strikes in Iran www.nytimes.com/2026/02/18/u...
U.S. Military Moves Into Place for Possible Strikes in Iran
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February 19, 2026 at 2:07 AM
Helsingin Sanomat
Middle East | WSJ: Iran prepares for war against the United States

The satellite images show how Iran has fortified its military bases and nuclear facilities. CNN reports that the United States could carry out an attack as early as this weekend.

Middle East | WSJ: Iran prepares for war against the United States
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