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War Drums: US Armada in the Persian Gulf, Iran Vows Retaliation

Published January 26, 2026, 19:18

Tensions in the Middle East are escalating with the arrival of a US “armada” in the Persian Gulf, responding to Iranian movements. Iran threatens total retaliation in the event of an attack by the US, as depicted in a provocative poster in Tehran showing the destruction of American aircraft carriers. Simultaneously, the Revolutionary Guards are strengthening their forces in the region and banning flights over Iran. Turkey is calling on the world leader to avoid a move that could lead to disaster, such as Venezuela, while estimating that a regime change in Iran is not inevitable. Meanwhile, the Iranian people are seeking to overthrow the theocratic regime, with protesters stating they are ready to confront security forces with equivalent means. Hospitals in Tehran are overwhelmed with casualties from the suppression of protests, with estimates suggesting that the death toll could reach 30,000 in just two days.