US May Base Three Carriers Near Iran, Official Says

Politics By Tony Capaccio • October 1, 2026, 6:48 PM UTC
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The Pentagon may soon deploy an additional aircraft carrier to the Persian Gulf, according to a US official, a move that would give American military commanders in the Middle East more options if President Donald Trump chooses to escalate attacks on Iran.

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