Politics · 14 February 2026

Trump backs Iran regime change and sends warship

US President Donald Trump stated on Friday that replacing Iran's current government is the best possible outcome. To enforce pressure for a nuclear agreement, Washington is deploying the USS Gerald R Ford to the region. This massive vessel will join the USS Abraham Lincoln following meetings between Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian cautioned that Tehran would not accept unreasonable requests.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 February 2026 at 5:45

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