Before the indirect talks between the United States and Iran, 12 U.S. F-22 "Raptor" fighter jets landed in Israel

Geneva - 12 U.S. F-22 "Raptor" fighter jets landed in Israel. The indirect talks between the United States and Iran are scheduled to resume on Thursday, February 26th. Both sides have stated that they will prioritize diplomatic channels, but public opinion suggests that the possibility of the United States launching an attack on the Islamic Republic of Iran cannot be ruled out. Israel's alert level has remained unchanged for several days. However, the deployment of U.S. forces is being closely watched.

According to AFP, Vice President Vance urged Iran on Wednesday to "take Washington's military threats seriously." The day before, President Trump had seemingly hinted at the possibility of war in his State of the Union address.

As U.S. forces gathered in the Middle East, Trump claimed in a speech to Congress that Iran was trying to develop missiles capable of striking the United States.

In his speech, Trump claimed that Tehran "has developed missiles that can threaten Europe and our overseas bases, and they are developing missiles that will soon be able to strike the U.S. mainland." Iran insists its nuclear program is for civilian purposes.

Trump also accused Iran of having "evil nuclear ambitions" and trying to rebuild the nuclear program that was previously struck by the United States.

Vice President Vance told Fox News that although Trump would try to "solve the issue through diplomatic means," the president also "has the right" to take military action.

Vance said you cannot let the most crazy and evil regime in the world possess nuclear weapons. He said the president has many other means to ensure this does not happen. He has shown the willingness to use these means. Vance hopes that Iran will take this seriously in the negotiations tomorrow, because this is certainly what President Trump wants.

Although Trump said he prefers to solve issues through diplomatic means, in his first State of the Union address of his second term, he seemed to provide justification for potential military action.

Iran refuted Trump's claims about Iran's missile program, calling them "a big lie."

Persian President Pezeshkian had previously expressed optimism, saying the prospects for the talks were "good." Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif and his team set off for Switzerland.

Source: rfi

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