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Trump Deploys Aircraft Carrier to Middle East, Strike on Iran Not Ruled Out

Published January 27, 2026, 06:22

US President Donald Trump stated that Iran is seeking a diplomatic solution regarding tensions with the US, as the American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln has arrived in the Middle East region. The situation is described as 'fluid' with ongoing deployment of military resources, primarily naval, by the US in the area. Trump mentioned that the US force is 'larger than what we had in Venezuela' and that Iran has repeatedly expressed a desire for dialogue. Simultaneously, CENTCOM announced the arrival of the aircraft carrier and its accompanying strike force in its area of responsibility, aiming to promote regional security and stability. However, Trump has not ruled out the possibility of military intervention in Iran, especially following the crackdown on protests and reports of thousands of deaths. According to sources within his administration, Trump has not yet made a final decision, but additional military options are expected to be presented to him within the week. The deployment of the aircraft carrier provides the US with defensive and offensive capabilities should a military operation be decided upon. The exact location of the ship remains unknown, as it is still in the Indian Ocean. The entire situation is being closely monitored, with diplomacy remaining, at least ostensibly, on the table.