The USS Nimitz abruptly cancelled its Vietnam port visit and is heading towards West Asia amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The carrier, carrying 5,000 personnel and over 60 aircraft, was last tracked in the Malacca Strait. The US embassy in Hanoi cited an “emergent operational requirement” for the cancellation. Source:: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-warship-cancels-plans-to-dock-in-vietnam-reported-heading-towards-west-asia/articleshow/121898722.cms
By TOI World Desk Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, the U.S. is bolstering its military presence in the Middle East. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced deployments to protect American troops, including refuelling aircraft and the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier. This redirection follows intensified aerial clashes, with casualties reported on both sides. Source:: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/iran-israel-conflict-us-defence-secretary-pete-hegseth-confirms-additional-capabilities-heading-to-middle-east-refuelling-planes-warship-deployed/articleshow/121896758.cms
By TOI World Desk Tensions escalate between Israel and Iran as night attacks intensify, prompting global concern and military responses. Iran launches drone and missile strikes, targeting Israel while warning Israeli media. Israel retaliates with airstrikes, claiming air superiority and targeting missile infrastructure. The US adjusts its military posture, and Iran appeals to the UN, […]