Summary
The U.S. Navy's USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier is heading to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran. This move follows President Donald Trump's warnings about Iran's crackdown on protesters. The shift of the carrier aims to deter potential conflicts in the region.
Key Facts
- The USS Abraham Lincoln was previously active in the South China Sea before moving to the Middle East.
- President Trump warned Iran about its treatment of protesters, stating "all options remain on the table" for U.S. actions.
- Over 2,600 people have died in the Iranian protests that began on December 28, according to U.S.-based reports.
- The U.S. and British troops evacuated from a base in Qatar due to fears of a potential attack.
- The Pentagon has not officially confirmed the carrier's destination but tracking data shows it is heading west.
- The repositioning is to bolster U.S. military presence and deterrence in the region.
- It is expected to take 7 to 10 days for the USS Abraham Lincoln to reach the Indian Ocean.
- A U.S. envoy stated that President Trump is prepared to act if the situation worsens in Iran.
