US Deploys Warships to Protect Israel from Iran

The United States is deploying two aircraft carriers, USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, in the Mediterranean to deter regional escalation with Iran. The US Navy aims to create a naval bubble around Israel to protect against potential retaliation from Iran or affiliated groups. The US warship USS Carney intercepted missiles and drones fired from Yemen towards Israel. The US has increased its naval presence in the Middle East due to rising tensions.