Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reposted a video on TikTok earlier today outlining a hypothetical U.S. Navy strike scenario against Iran, drawing attention to the deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln and her Carrier Strike Group currently operating in the Arabian Sea. The video, shared on February 9, 2026, presents a simulated overview of how American conventional military power could be brought to bear in the event of direct confrontation, emphasizing U.S. naval and air superiority in the region.

The footage highlights the overwhelming advantages of a U.S. Carrier Strike Group, including aircraft carriers, guided-missile destroyers, advanced fighter jets, and integrated missile defense systems. In contrast, it depicts Iran’s conventional naval forces as outdated and limited in their ability to counter a coordinated American strike. The video frames the USS Abraham Lincoln as a central element of U.S. deterrence, capable of projecting power across the region within hours.

At the same time, the video acknowledges Iran’s reliance on asymmetric warfare strategies, including large numbers of low-cost drones, ballistic and cruise missiles, and a network of regional proxy forces. This contrast reflects the broader strategic reality in the Middle East, where Iran seeks to offset U.S. military superiority through indirect attacks and saturation tactics rather than conventional naval engagements.

The repost comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. Recent incidents include U.S. forces reportedly downing an Iranian drone near the USS Abraham Lincoln on February 3, 2026, as well as renewed threats from Iranian officials against U.S. military bases and allies in the region. Netanyahu’s decision to amplify the video appears aimed at reinforcing deterrence messaging and underscoring the close strategic alignment between Israel and the United States.

While the video itself depicts a hypothetical scenario rather than an announced operation, its circulation by Israel’s prime minister sends a clear political signal. For supporters of strong U.S.-Israel cooperation, the message is unmistakable: American naval power remains decisive, and any escalation by Iran would carry serious military consequences.