The tension between America and Iran has now increased a lot. US President Donald Trump has sent a large fleet of his army towards the Middle East. On the other hand, there has been news of thousands of people being killed in the ongoing protests inside Iran. The eyes of the whole world are now fixed on the Gulf countries.
Which warship has America sent?
According to reports, America has deployed its USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group. It is being called ‘Armada’ which includes guided missile destroyers and many types of fighter aircraft. This fleet is currently in the Indian Ocean and will reach the Middle East very soon. America says that this deployment has been done as a precaution.
How many people have died in Iran?
Demonstrations are going on in Iran from 28 December 2025. Human rights organization HRANA has said that more than 5000 people have been killed so far. Whereas the figures of the Iranian government are less than this. You can see the figures of both sides in the table given below.
Who reported the death toll HRANA organization 5,002 people Iran government 3,117 people arrested More than 26,800
What warning has Iran’s army given?
The commanders of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) have given a clear warning. He has said that if he is attacked, he will ‘fight with full force’. He said that his finger is on the trigger and he can target American targets. Iran also said that any attempt to harm its Supreme Leader Khamenei would have bad consequences.
What statement did Trump give on the situation?
Speaking in Air Force One after Davos, Donald Trump said that he is monitoring the situation in Iran very closely. He said that he does not want to use force but it is necessary to keep the army ready. America’s objective is to protect its interests there and prevent any threat.