Third American aircraft carrier heads for Middle East after departing US waters

A third US aircraft carrier is heading to the Middle East, according to sources familiar with the matter, as Washington maintains a heightened military presence in the region.The USS George H.W. Bush is expected to replace one of the two carriers already deployed, which have played a central role in ongoing US-Israel operations targeting Iran.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The USS Abraham Lincoln and the USS Gerald R. Ford have been operating at sea for months, supported by their carrier strike groups. The US military has also deployed thousands of additional Marines and sailors to the region in recent days.Recent reinforcements have included amphibious assault ships and additional fighter jets, underscoring the scale of the buildup.US President Donald Trump has warned that Washington could escalate strikes on Iran if Tehran does not agree to a deal addressing its nuclear enrichment, missile program, and support for regional

Go to News Site