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US Deploys Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East
The move comes amid rising tensions in the region, according to an AP source.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The U.S. has ordered the world's largest aircraft carrier to sail from the Caribbean to the Middle East, according to a person familiar with the plans. This marks the second U.S. aircraft carrier now deployed to the region, signaling heightened tensions.
Why it matters
The deployment of a second U.S. aircraft carrier to the Middle East is a significant military move that demonstrates the Biden administration's concerns about the potential for escalating conflicts in the region, particularly with Iran.
The details
The aircraft carrier, which was not named in the report, received orders to depart the Caribbean and head to the Middle East. This comes after the U.S. had already deployed another carrier strike group to the region earlier this year.
- The aircraft carrier received orders to depart the Caribbean on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
The players
United States
The U.S. government ordered the deployment of a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East amid rising tensions in the region.
What’s next
The deployment of the second aircraft carrier to the Middle East signals the U.S. is prepared to respond to any potential escalation of conflicts in the region.
The takeaway
The U.S. is taking a strong military posture in the Middle East, underscoring the administration's concerns about the potential for instability and conflict in the region.
