We Are Preparing For Military Action With Carrier Movement, Bomber Activity -Pentagon Official

According to Jerusalem Post, the United States is visibly preparing potential military response options as tensions with Iran reach a new peak, with significant naval and strategic air force movements signaling a heightened state of alert, this escalation follows intelligence indicating an increased likelihood of Iranian strikes against Israeli or U.S. interests in the region.

The Pentagon has ordered the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and its accompanying strike group to remain in the Mediterranean Sea, near the Red Sea entrance, rather than proceeding to a previously scheduled deployment elsewhere.

This positions a premier U.S. force projection asset within rapid response distance. Simultaneously, U.S. officials confirm an increase in activity among B-52 and B-1B strategic bomber units at bases capable of reaching the Middle East.

The actions are described as defensive and precautionary, aimed at deterring a major Iranian attack in retaliation for an April 1st airstrike on Iran’s diplomatic compound in Damascus, which killed senior commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Tehran has publicly vowed revenge, placing regional U.S. forces on high alert for over a week.

A senior Pentagon official, speaking on condition of anonymity, framed the mobilization as a clear message to Tehran. “We are preparing for military action with carrier movement, bomber activity, as Iran tensions escalate, the official stated, underscoring the seriousness of the perceived threat. “Our goal is deterrence, but we are postured and ready to respond decisively if necessary to protect our forces and allies.

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