Maritime intelligence warns of heightened risks for U.S.-flagged vessels in Persian Gulf as Iran threatens "immediate, all-out" response to any American military action.

He says a "massive Armada" is "moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose" towards Iran.

Iran's bloody crackdown on nationwide protests killed at least 6,126 people while many others still are feared dead, activists said Tuesday, as a U.S. aircraft carrier group arrived in the Mideast to lead any American military response to the crisis.

A “multi-day readiness exercise” will take place after Donald Trump deployed an “armada” to the Middle East.

Satellite images show a steady and significant build-up of US military forces in the region.

Foreign Affairs: President Trump renewed his threats against Iran on Wednesday, demanding that it enter nuclear talks or face potential attack by an “armada” of U.S. warships. Mr. Trump has repeatedly threatened Iran over its crackdown on antigovernment protests. In his social media post on Wednesday, he did not mention the demonstrations.

Iranian governors gain new powers as country prepares for possible war amid sanctions and looming geopolitical tensions.

The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters.

He went out for freedom,” said the cousin of one of those who was killed when Iranian authorities mounted a deadly crackdown on protests across the country.