Washington, DC – Forbes magazine reports that the United States is seriously considering sending an aircraft carrier to the Middle East. This move is intended to deliver a “significant blow” to the Islamic Republic of Iran. The action comes in response to President Donald Trump’s warnings regarding the suppression of protesters or attacks on American interests.
Options available to the Pentagon
According to the report, the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt stands out as the most likely option, especially since it departed San Diego last November. Military circles are also considering the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, given both ships’ previous experience operating within the Fifth Fleet’s area of operations in the Middle East.
Deployment challenges and military capabilities
The magazine noted that the preference for these two carriers stems from logistical and technical limitations faced by other naval vessels.
However, the report highlighted a “strategic dilemma” facing the US Navy. This dilemma involves the Navy’s ability to rapidly deploy an aircraft carrier to support potential military action.
The strain of maintaining a military presence in areas like the Caribbean could lead to operational shortages in other vital regions around the world.
Context of escalation
This analysis comes at a time when the international community is cautiously monitoring Washington’s warnings to Tehran. Observers believe that the deployment of aircraft carriers is not merely a show of force, but rather a preparation for potential action should Tehran cross “red lines” related to human rights or regional security.
