Cyprus Times

Trump Sends Ships to Middle East, Reigniting Threat to Iran

Published January 24, 2026, 07:10
Trump Sends Ships to Middle East, Reigniting Threat to Iran

Donald Trump has sent naval forces to the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran and a violent crackdown on protests in the country. The move has sparked speculation about a potential military strike against Iranian leadership. The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and its strike group are now in the Indian Ocean. Trump stated he does not want further escalation but is closely monitoring the situation. Iran has warned the US and Israel against interfering in its internal affairs. The protests in Iran, triggered by the economic crisis, represent the most serious challenge to the regime in decades.