The United States military has reportedly deployed more than 50 fighter jets to the Middle East as a show of strength against Iran. This development comes at a time of indirect negotiations between the US and Iran’s nuclear programme.
According to local reports, independent flight trackers spotted a mix of F-16, F-22, and F-35 fighter jets heading to the region within the past 24 hours.
Additionally, the US is also increasing its naval presence.
According to US media reports, the US would dispatch its largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to strengthen its forces in the Middle East. The carrier was previously stationed in the Caribbean and is now moving towards the region along with its escort ships.
The USS Abraham Lincoln and other key military resources were deployed to the region in January.
Meanwhile, talks on Iran’s nuclear programme appear to be moving forward.
A US official reportedly said the talks held in Geneva had yielded some advances, though several key details remain unresolved. The official added that Iran has promised to send detailed proposals within two weeks to address the existing gaps.
As per reports, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described the talks as ‘serious, constructive and positive.’ Reports citing local media channel, he said ‘good progress was made compared to the previous meeting,’ and that both sides now have a clearer path ahead.
He also said that they reached a general understanding on a set of guiding principles, but clarified that it does not mean an agreement will happen quickly, even though the process has begun.
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