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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | February 19th, 2026: Russia & China Move Warships Into Iranian Waters & Prince Andrew Arrested

February 19, 2026·17 min·4-min readnews briefnews
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  • Russian, Chinese, and Iranian warships conduct surprise joint naval drills in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising U.S. military buildup in the region.
  • The U.S. surges two aircraft carriers, over a dozen warships, 150 cargo flights, and additional fighter jets into the Middle East.
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