Tehran/Washington, Feb. 20 -- As the US accelerates its military buildup, satellite imagery has revealed Iran has moved in parallel to demonstrate complete operational preparedness in the wake of a potential conflict, fortifying its nuclear infrastructure, restoring damaged missile facilities, strengthening its military apparatus, and tightening its internal security posture.

Indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran resumed in Geneva on Tuesday, which Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described as being constructive. US Vice President JD Vance said Iran had not acknowledged the "red lines" set by US President Donald Trump, underscoring persistent gaps and widespread differences between the two sides, making reaching a sett...