Third US aircraft carrier heading near Israel amid Iran conflict - CNN

The USS Ford Carrier Strike Group is set to deploy to Europe next week and is expected to move into the eastern Mediterranean near Israel, CNN reported Wednesday, citing US officials.

It would become the third US carrier positioned close to the Israel-Iran conflict.

While the Ford’s deployment was planned in advance, its movement reflects heightened military posture.

Another carrier is also en route to the region, possibly to join or relieve the USS Carl Vinson.

US carriers can launch airstrikes, intercept missiles, and operate as forward platforms for power projection in crises.