18.06.2025 19:31
Following U.S. President Donald Trump's statement, "I can't say whether we will strike Iran or not," the USS Gerald R. Ford, the third aircraft carrier of the U.S. Navy, set sail towards Israel. The aircraft carrier, which carries logistical planes, F-18s, and helicopters, is referred to as a "floating army."
As the scale of the conflicts in the Israel-Iran war increases every minute, the question of whether the U.S. will participate in the war has become a matter of curiosity for the entire world. U.S. President Donald Trump's statement, "I can't say whether we will hit Iran," has raised concerns in this regard.
THE 3RD U.S. AIRCRAFT CARRIER IS HEADING TO ISRAEL
Following Trump's statement, a significant development occurred. The U.S.'s 3rd aircraft carrier has set sail towards Israel. It has been learned that the aircraft carrier will be stationed near Israel.
OFFICIALLY A "FLOATING ARMY"
Experts refer to the ship, known as an assault ship, as a "floating army." The aircraft carrier contains F-18s, logistics planes, and helicopters.
THE U.S. WILL DEPLOY MORE FIGHTER JETS TO THE MIDDLE EAST
On the other hand, the U.S. is also increasing its military presence in the Middle East. Reports from U.S. media, citing unnamed U.S. officials, indicate that the U.S. military will deploy more fighter jets to the Middle East and extend the service life of existing fighter jets in the region. The report mentioned that the aircraft to be deployed include F-16, F-22, and F-35 fighter jets. Officials stated that the deployment is for defensive purposes.
THE NIMITZ AIRCRAFT CARRIER STRIKE GROUP WAS SENT TO THE MIDDLE EAST
It has been reported that the USS Nimitz, leading the Aircraft Carrier Strike Group of the U.S. Navy, has moved towards the Middle East due to the increasing tension between Israel and Iran, and that a previously planned port visit was canceled to ensure Nimitz's timely arrival in the region.
TRUMP: "I CAN'T SAY WHETHER WE WILL HIT IRAN"
On the other hand, Trump stated: "I can't say whether we will hit Iran. I told Netanyahu to 'go ahead.' Our patience has long run out. Good luck to Khamenei. Something big will happen in a week or less."
"IRAN WANTS TO NEGOTIATE, IT'S NEVER TOO LATE"
Iran wants to negotiate. Iran has many problems. They have reached out. It's never too late. They are completely defenseless. They have no air defense systems. I don't know how much longer this situation will continue. There is a huge difference between a week ago and today. They had a negative approach. Nothing is over; we will see what will happen. Something big will happen in a week or less."
ISRAEL-IRAN WAR
On June 13, Israel carried out extensive attacks targeting not only nuclear facilities in various Iranian cities but also the upper command echelon of the military.
While the Chief of Staff of Iran, the Commander of the Revolutionary Guards, and several senior commanders, along with 9 nuclear scientists, were killed in the attacks, the total civilian casualties were reported to be 224.
In Iran's retaliation against Israel with ballistic missiles, it was reported that 24 people were killed and more than 500 were injured.
Many countries, especially Turkey, condemned Israel.