The U.S. has increased its military presence in the Middle East since the start of the war between Israel and Hamas, partially to deter a wider conflict.
The U.S. has increased its military presence in the Middle East since the start of the war between Israel and Hamas. The deployment of Defense Department assets to the region is aimed at deterring the conflict from widening into a larger regional war, U.S. officials say.Here's a look at some of the known groups and equipment that have been sent to the area.Eisenhower Carrier Strike GroupThe aircraft carrier USS Eisenhower arrived in the Red Sea south of Israel over the weekend.
Ford Carrier Strike GroupThe Ford Carrier Strike Group is currently in the Mediterranean Sea after being sent to the region in late October. The group includes the USS Ford and three ballistic missile defense ships.Other U.S. warships in the Middle EastThe USS Mount Whitney command ship has also been sent to the eastern Mediterranean Sea. In the Red Sea, joining the Eisenhower Strike Group, are four warships: Bataan, Carter Hall, Hudner and Carney.
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