The United States has mobilised a massive display of airpower and strategic military assets toward the Middle East, signaling possible preparations for extended operations near Iran. Elite F-22 Raptors have departed Virginia, joining F-16 fighter jets advancing from multiple bases across Europe and the US. These movements coincide with the deployment of high-altitude U-2 reconnaissance aircraft and E-3 Sentry AWACS planes to the UK, enhancing airborne surveillance and providing critical intelligence support.