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America’s massive military build-up near Iran | The Economist Donald Trump has been amassing American forces across the Middle East, as he seeks to pressure Iran to limit its nuclear programme. The president is apparently “curious” as to why Tehran has not capitulated. But where are his troops? And what are the forces capable of? Read more: Sign up to the Insider newsletter: Subscribe to The Economist: Download The Economist app: Follow us on X: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on Facebook:
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