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Friday, February 13, 2026
Trump says he’s sending second aircraft carrier to Mideast in case deal not made with Iran
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US President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he walks to board Marine One prior to departure from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 13, 2026. (Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP)
US President Donald Trump says he’s sending a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East “in case we don’t make a deal” with Iran.
He clarifies to reporters outside the White House that the carriers will quickly depart if a deal is reached.
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