The US has reportedly moved over 120 combat aircraft and two carrier strike groups toward the Middle East amid escalating tensio
19 Feb 2026, 10:43
🇺🇸🇮🇷 The US has reportedly moved over 120 combat aircraft and two carrier strike groups toward the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran. This is the largest deployment since mid‑2025.
Such military buildups often increase global uncertainty and can weigh on risk assets — including equities, emerging markets, and crypto. Traders should watch for heightened volatility as geopolitical headlines intensify. cnn.com #macro #tradewars