In January 2026, the confrontation between the US and Iran continued to escalate. The United States dispatched the "Abraham Lincoln" aircraft carrier strike group into Middle Eastern waters, deploying F-15E fighters and missile defense systems to establish military deterrence against Iran. Iran responded by erecting large anti-American propaganda posters depicting US aircraft carriers being bombed, and warned that any attack would result in strikes against US military bases and Israel. Trump claimed to have assembled a fleet larger than Venezuela's, while also stating that diplomacy remains an option but emphasizing that "the use of force cannot be ruled out." Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei entered reinforced bunkers, and the military announced a state of full alert, stating "hands on triggers" ready to retaliate at any moment. The UN Security Council's emergency consultations failed to produce results, with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and other countries calling for restraint. However, regional tensions have already led to shipping lane closures and oil price fluctuations. The key points of contention include Iran's nuclear issue, regional influence, and US interference in Iran's internal affairs. If the conflict spirals out of control, it could trigger regional wars and a global energy crisis.