U.S.–Iran Tensions Near Breaking Point
2/18/2026 1:28:00 PM
Axios reported that the United States is moving closer to a major war with Iran.
According to two Israeli sources, Axios stated that “Israel is preparing for a scenario in which war with Iran could break out within days.”
According to sources cited by Axios, “A war on Iran would likely involve Israel and would be broader in scope, posing a greater existential threat to the regime, and could last for weeks.”
According to two Israeli sources, Axios stated that “Israel is preparing for a scenario in which war with Iran could break out within days.”
According to sources cited by Axios, “A war on Iran would likely involve Israel and would be broader in scope, posing a greater existential threat to the regime, and could last for weeks.”