Report: U.S. Could Strike Iran Within Days

by | Feb 19, 2026 | News

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President Donald Trump has been informed by senior national security advisers that the U.S. military could be ready to strike Iran as soon as Saturday, according to CBS News. However, no final decision has been made.

Sources say the timeline for a decision may extend beyond the weekend as the administration evaluates options. At the same time, the Pentagon is repositioning some personnel in the region in anticipation of possible Iranian retaliation should strikes occur.

The U.S. has already reinforced its military presence in the Middle East with additional aircraft carriers, warships, and air defense systems. Officials believe the current posture provides sufficient capability for limited strikes, depending on the targets selected.

Possible targets could include nuclear facilities, ballistic missile sites, air defense systems, and drone production centers. Broader action aimed at regime change would likely require significantly more military assets.

Tensions have been building for months, particularly after previous U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Iran has warned it would respond forcefully to any new attack.

While Trump has repeatedly emphasized that diplomacy is his preferred option, he has also stated that Iran must agree to restrictions on its nuclear and missile programs. Talks continue, but key disagreements remain unresolved.

The coming days could prove pivotal in determining whether negotiations succeed — or whether the region faces a new military escalation.

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