Event Brief
Former Defense Sec. on Iran Strike Timeline
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 7:04 PM ET
Summary: Mark Esper discusses the likelihood of a U.S. strike against Iran this weekend.
WHO: Mark Esper
WHAT: Discussing U.S. strike against Iran
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Tehran
WHY: To assess the likelihood of military action
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