An exclusive look aboard the USS George Washington in its role in the Iran war
Summary
The USS George Washington is currently supporting U.S. military actions against Iran in the Arabian Sea near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran-backed Houthi militants have recently threatened another key oil route near Yemen, causing damage and prompting Saudi Arabia to request U.S. military help, which President Trump has declined, offering intelligence support instead.Key Facts
- The USS George Washington carries about 5,000 personnel, fighter jets, and weapons for U.S. operations against Iran.
- It replaced the USS Abraham Lincoln, which had a record nine-month deployment and faced concerns over crew conditions.
- The George Washington helps enforce a U.S. blockade on Iran and protects commercial ships near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran recently attempted ballistic missile attacks on U.S. Navy ships.
- The crew trains regularly to defend against missile strikes.
- Iran-backed Houthi militants seized a key port city and islands near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threatening Saudi oil routes.
- Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline was damaged by drone attacks launched from Iraq, injuring dozens.
- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked President Trump to take military action against the Houthis, but Trump has so far declined military involvement.
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