Event Brief
Second U.S. Carrier Approaches Middle East Amid Tensions
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 9:07 AM ET
Summary: A second American aircraft carrier is nearing the Middle East as Trump weighs options against Iran.
WHO: President Trump
WHAT: U.S. aircraft carrier deployment
WHEN: Feb 20, 2026 at 7:21 AM ET
WHERE: Middle East
WHY: To pressure Iran for a deal
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