The United States is carrying out a massive transfer of air and naval units to the Middle East region, reaching a scale not seen since 2003. President Donald Trump warned authorities in Tehran that they have a maximum of 15 days to reach a nuclear agreement, threatening military consequences otherwise. OSINT experts and intelligence data indicate unprecedented activity of US transport aircraft and tankers over Europe.

Ultimatum for Tehran

President Donald Trump gave Iran a deadline of 10-15 days to conclude a nuclear agreement, threatening military action in case of refusal.

Air Force Mobilization

The United States has assembled the largest number of F-22, F-35, and F-16 fighters in the region since 2003, supported by a large fleet of aerial tankers.

Naval Movements

The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford is joining the USS Abraham Lincoln group, giving the US a powerful strike force in the Arabian Sea.

Incident Over Alaska

During the Middle East crisis, nine US fighters intercepted five Russian aircraft, including bombers, in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone.

The United States is building a massive military capability within striking distance of Iran, raising concerns about an impending air campaign. According to data from flight tracking systems, over the past 24 hours at least a dozen transport aircraft and KC-135 aerial tankers have moved towards the region. The key logistical point has become the Rota base in Spain. President Donald Trump has escalated his rhetoric, giving Tehran 10 to 15 days to accept terms regarding its nuclear and missile programs. The administration in Washington suggests that a lack of concessions will lead to serious incidents, which media interpret as a signal of targeted strikes. Already operating in the region is the carrier strike group of the USS Abraham Lincoln, and it will be joined by the newest unit, the USS Gerald R. Ford. The US Air Force has sent air superiority fighters F-22 Raptor and multirole F-35 aircraft, which feature stealth properties, to bases in the region. In addition to combat aircraft, electronic warfare aircraft EA-18G Growler, designed to jam Iraqi radars and defense systems, play a significant role. Parallel to events in the Middle East, on Thursday, US fighters intercepted five Russian military aircraft (including Tu-95 bombers) near Alaska, as confirmed by NORAD command. US-Iranian relations have remained tense since the Islamic Revolution in 1979, but tensions peaked after the US's unilateral withdrawal from the JCPOA nuclear deal in 2018 and a subsequent series of military incidents.„Iran has 10 to 15 days to come to an agreement on the nuclear program and ballistic missiles. Otherwise, bad things will happen.” — Donald TrumpFebruary 2026: 13, January 2026: 410-15 days — remaining for Iran to avoid armed confrontationThe situation is dynamic, and analysts from the Mata group emphasize that such a large concentration of tanker aircraft indicates preparations for a prolonged air operation, not just a single strike. Increased US activity is also visible in Greece (Crete) and at bases in the Middle East, whose exact locations remain classified for operational security reasons.

Mentioned People

  • Donald Trump — President of the United States, who issued an ultimatum to Iran and ordered the largest mobilization of forces in two decades.