US vs Iran: US Unleashes Massive Air Armada In West Asia, Biggest Deployment Since Iraq 2003 | WION
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Published: Feb 19, 2026, 21:30 IST | Updated: Feb 19, 2026, 21:30 IST
The United States has launched a large-scale air deployment across West Asia, marking what analysts describe as the most significant concentration of US air power in the region since the 2003 Iraq invasion. The move comes amid heightened regional tensions and growing concerns over potential escalation. Military observers say the deployment signals a strong show of force as Washington recalibrates its strategic posture.
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