Iran prepares for war as US military ‘armada’ approaches

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Maziar MotamediJanuary 30, 2026 at 03:39 AM

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Amid rising tensions and a looming US military presence near Iranian waters, Iran is prioritizing defensive readiness over negotiations. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is scheduled for talks in Turkiye as regional leaders attempt to de-escalate the situation. Despite messages exchanged with the US through intermediaries, Iranian officials emphasize a focus on military preparedness, citing past attacks during previous negotiation attempts. Iran recently bolstered its military capabilities by adding 1,000 new drones to its forces, including suicide, combat, and reconnaissance models. The country has conducted numerous military exercises since June.

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IRGC 30% Israel 30% European Union 30% Donald Trump 40% Turkiye 40% Esmaeil Baghaei ×250% USS Abraham Lincoln 60% Kazem Gharibabadi ×260% Abbas Araghchi 60% United States ×680% Iran ×1090%

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