President Donald Trump announced the deployment of a significant naval force, including the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, to the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran. He expressed hope that the military presence would not need to be used, referencing its size compared to previous deployments. Additionally, the US has moved Patriot and THAAD air defense systems to the region. Iranian officials have warned that any US attack would elicit a “swift and comprehensive” response.
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