Send “Karl Vinson” to the Middle East
The United States decided to deploy the CVN-70 aircraft carrier in the US Central Command area, in a move aimed at strengthening its military presence amid the escalation of raids against the Houthis in Yemen. According to the US News, the US Secretary of Defense, Beit Higseth, issued orders to move the carrier towards the area after it was operating in the East China Sea.
Extending the tasks of “Harry S Truman”
At the same time, the mission of the Harry S Truman aircraft carrier was extended for an additional month, although her return to the Norfolk Naval Base was scheduled to be at the end of March, after being exposed to attempts to target by the Houthis.
Two American aircraft holders in the region for the second time within 6 months
Karl Vinson is expected to reach the Middle East in the coming weeks, to work in conjunction with Harry S Truman for a temporary period. This is the second time during the past six months that the United States has deployed two groups of aircraft carriers in the region, after the military presence was previously limited to one bearer.
Military reinforcements in the Indian and calm surroundings
In the context of the redistribution of the forces, reports indicated that the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier (CVN-68), currently stationed on the western coast of the United States, will be a candidate for deployment in the Indian and calm area instead of “Karl Vinson”.
American strategic messages amid escalating tensions
The deployment of two aircraft carriers in the Middle East reflects the continued review of the American force in the face of security challenges, with the escalation of marine confrontations with the Houthis in the Red Sea, which confirms Washington’s commitment to protect its interests and allies in the region.
