US Aircraft Carrier Arrives in Middle East Amid High Iran Tensions

• The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and three destroyers have deployed to the Middle East.
• The deployment aims to promote regional security and stability, according to US Central Command.
• President Trump hinted at potential airstrikes on Iran over its crackdown on protesters, stating the fleet was sent "just in case."
• Trump previously threatened military action if Iran carried out mass executions, but later claimed Iran halted hangings of 800 protesters.
• The US military has also increased its presence with Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets and cargo planes in the region.

Why It Matters: US deploys aircraft carrier and warships to Middle East, escalating tensions with Iran over protests.