US deployed the USS George H.W. Bush aircraft carrier to the Middle East.
The United States has moved the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush to the Middle East, adding a third carrier to the region's naval forces. The deployment enhances carrier‑based air strike capability and maritime deterrence near Iran.
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- First reported
- 1 Oct 2026 · 18:26 UTC
- Latest development
- 2 Oct 2026 · 03:30 UTC
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- 3 / 5
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