U.S. Military, With Support From Israel, May Have the Capability to Launch an Operation Aimed at Overthrowing the Government.
Officials in Tehran are reported to be preparing for the possibility of military action after a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier strike group entered waters near the Middle East, intensifying already elevated tensions between Iran and the United States. The developments follow a period of widespread unrest within Iran and vocal warnings from both sides about the potential consequences of further escalation.
According to multiple reports, the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group — supported by guided-missile destroyers — has reached the region as part of a broader U.S. military deployment. This movement has been interpreted by some observers as a signal of heightened readiness and a potential precursor to military options should diplomatic friction escalate further.
Iranian authorities have publicly stated they are on alert and have dismissed some diplomatic channels amid the buildup of U.S. forces. Leaders in Tehran have framed the increased presence of U.S. naval assets as part of psychological pressure rather than purely defensive maneuvers, and have indicated readiness to respond to any perceived aggression.
Tehran’s response occurs against the backdrop of significant domestic unrest in recent weeks, including clashes between security forces and protesters. International human rights groups have cited high casualty figures amid the protests, which initially began over economic grievances before expanding into broader demonstrations against the government.
Regional reactions to the naval buildup have been mixed. Some neighboring states have distanced themselves from the idea of supporting direct military action, even as diplomatic channels remain strained. Meanwhile, U.S. military commanders have emphasized that the carrier group’s deployment aims to reinforce regional security and deter conflict, though the situation continues to be closely watched by governments across the Middle East and beyond.