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Trump Threatens Iran as Netanyahu Seeks Diplomatic Talks
2/11/2026
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- On Feb. 10, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States is prepared to attack Iran if talks fail and may send a second aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East with the USS Lincoln.
- Trump believes Iran desires a deal and notes Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister, shares this interest.
- Netanyahu travels to Washington to discuss negotiation principles for U.S.-Iran talks.
