US Navy
USS George H.W. Bush deploys to Middle East, third US aircraft carrier to join war
The WSJ initially reported in February that the Bush could have been deployed to join the Lincoln in the Middle East, though the Ford was chosen to be sent instead.
At least three US vessels depart San Diego, en route to Middle East, source tells 'Post'
USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier to dock for repairs after 30-hour fire on board
How a US submarine torpedoed an Iranian frigate for first time since WWII during Iran strikes
USS Gerald R. Ford expected to dock in Haifa as US sends cargo, refueling aircraft to Israel
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, is set to dock in Haifa as part of US reinforcements in the Middle East, amid rising tensions with Iran.
Trump considers limited strike on Iran, most air power since 2003 arrives in Middle East - WSJ
A smaller attack on Iran would target a few military or government sites, designed to be small enough not to provoke major retaliation and force Iran to agree to a deal favorable to the US.
Middle East nations cautious as US military presence grows near Iran - analysis
US moves Air Force and naval assets to the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran, while regional allies remain largely silent and take a cautious, wait-and-see approach.
Khamenei's threat: Iran can hit US Navy so hard it 'cannot get up again'
Iran’s supreme leader threatened US military power, rejected limits on Iran’s missile program, and criticized Washington after US aircraft carriers were sent to the region.
Trump advocates regime change in Iran, new peace talks planned for Tuesday
When asked for comment on sending another aircraft carrier in addition to the one currently in the region on Friday responded that "in case we don't make a deal, we'll need it."
US warship, Navy supply vessel collide during refueling in waters near South America - WSJ
The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Truxtun and the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply collided during a replenishment-at-sea, causing minor injuries to two people, the WSJ said.
US seeks to prevent further Iranian harrasment of ships in Gulf - analysis
Iranian harassment of US ships prompts military reaction, increasing already-strained tensions between the two countries.
Israel Navy conducts joint exercise with US destroyer amid tensions with Iran
"The arrival of the destroyer at this port highlights the close cooperation between the two navies and the respective militaries," the IDF declared in its statement.
US warns IRGC against 'escalatory behavior' in international waters
CENTCOM's statement, while acknowledging "Iran’s right to operate professionally in international airspace and waters," warned against any unsafe or threatening behaviors during the exercise.
Tehran to convert metro stations, parking lots into 'war shelters' as US threat looms - report
The announcement seems to reflect a growing concern among Iranian leadership regarding the possibility of widespread military confrontation.
