US Aircraft Carrier USS Nimitz Heads West Amid Israel-Iran Conflict Escalation

The US aircraft carrier USS Nimitz has been redirected from the South China Sea toward the Middle East amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The Nimitz's planned port call in Danang, Vietnam, was canceled due to an 'emergent operational requirement' as tensions in the region intensified. Israeli and Iranian forces have exchanged numerous missile strikes, resulting in significant casualties on both sides and damage near the US consulate in Tel Aviv, though no American personnel were injured. President Donald Trump warned Iran of facing the full strength of the US military if it attacks the United States, while also suggesting the possibility of US intervention in the conflict. Trump noted that Russia's President Vladimir Putin acted as a mediator and mentioned ongoing communications about peace prospects. The US Navy continues routine maritime security operations, but the deployment of the carrier strike group signals a potential escalation or readiness response to the Israel-Iran hostilities.