In light of the instability within Iran, the U.S. military has bolstered its presence in the area, deploying F-15 fighters and additional heavy equipment to enhance deterrence efforts. However, there remains an ongoing dialogue about the effectiveness of the USS Abraham Lincoln's defensive systems in the face of potential coordinated drone assaults. The situation continues to develop as both sides remain on high alert.
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There is a 55% chance that the United States will attack Iran before April 2026, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
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