Comparison: US military build-up off Iran vs June 2025 strikes

The United States has intensified its military build-up off Iran, deploying the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier to the Arabian Sea amid escalating tensions. The US has also conducted military drills in its areas of responsibility in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. With a vast military presence in the region since 2024, the US has maintained eight permanent military bases and additional installations in various countries. The recent deployment of assets and personnel, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, signals a potential readiness for military action against Iran in response to escalating events in the region.

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