American forces are all over the area. The media and military somehow think their presence can help the situation. I do not see how.
This week, the USS Wasp, an amphibious assault ship, made its way into the eastern Mediterranean Sea as part of the United States’ strategic deployment to mitigate potential escalations in the continuing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. The deployment aims not only to deter further conflict but also to provide logistical support should an evacuation of civilians become necessary due to a potential full-scale conflict.
🚨🚨🇺🇲🇩🇪#US & Germany send Navy Reinforcements in the Mediterranean Sea, in support of #Israel.
🇺🇸 Amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) & its group.
🇩🇪 Corvette ‘Ludwigshafen am Rhein’ (F264)#Israel #Hezbollah #Lebanon pic.twitter.com/Gg2w2up2KI
— World Crisis Tracker (@WorldCrisi19621) June 27, 2024
The arrival of the USS Wasp follows a pattern of similar military maneuvers, such as the earlier deployment of the USS Bataan to the region. This approach reflects a consistent strategy to provide flexible response options and to attempt containment of regional conflicts. The deployment was announced by the U.S. European Command, highlighting that the USS Wasp is accompanied by the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and sails alongside the dock landing ship USS Oak Hill and the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York.
The USS Oak Hill serves a vital role in transporting Marines, landing craft, vehicles, and cargo, enhancing the operational capabilities of the U.S. naval presence in the Mediterranean. Similarly, the USS New York facilitates troop deployment through helicopters and landing vessels on its deck, underscoring the preparedness and versatility of the U.S. forces stationed in the area.
America ready fr Evac Op-
US Navy-USS Wasp multipurpose amphibious assault ship & 24 Marine Expeditionary Unit redeployed to Mediterranean on Wed+ USS Oak Hill dock landing ship. US preparing to evacuate citizens from Lebanon as it’s criminal ally, Israel, prepares to invade. pic.twitter.com/U4t1qMpC34— Sandeep Mukherjee (@Libertarian196) June 28, 2024
The recent deployments come amid escalating tensions following the October 7 attacks and subsequent exchanges of strikes between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group, backed by Iran. These developments have led to heightened concerns over a possible expansion of the conflict.
In response to these tensions, the Israeli military has been preparing for potential operations in Lebanon, pending decisions by its political leadership. General CQ Brown, chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, recently expressed concerns that any significant Israeli military action could provoke an Iranian response in defense of Hezbollah, potentially leading to a broader regional conflict that might endanger U.S. forces stationed nearby.
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📍MEDITERRANEAN SEA – The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan, dock landing ship USS Carter Hall, amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde, and guided missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke transit with the United Kingdom primary casualty receiving ship RFA Argus Feb. 25. pic.twitter.com/x5FAP906pX
— U.S. Fleet Forces (@USFleetForces) February 27, 2024
Meanwhile, the U.S. military has continued to adjust its regional deployments. The Pentagon reported that the aircraft carrier Eisenhower is set to return to Norfolk, Virginia, after over eight months of deployment aimed at countering threats from Yemen’s Houthi rebels in the Red Sea—a mission described as the most intense since World War II. The USS Theodore Roosevelt, based in San Diego, will replace the Eisenhower, maintaining the U.S. naval strength in strategic waters.
Once the land war with Hezbollah begins, all bets are off as to what the American forces would even do as Israel takes care of business. Netanyahu is at this moment moving forces into position in northern Israel as the terrorists of Hamas and Hezbollah continue to launch missiles.
Major Points
- The USS Wasp, an amphibious assault ship, entered the eastern Mediterranean to address rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
- The ship’s deployment is part of a broader U.S. strategy to provide flexible response options and deter further escalation in the region.
- Accompanying the USS Wasp are the USS Oak Hill and USS New York, enhancing U.S. military capabilities with their transport and troop deployment functions.
- Increased military preparations follow recent conflicts, including Israeli plans for potential operations in Lebanon and ongoing exchanges with Hezbollah.
- The U.S. continues to adjust its regional naval forces, with the USS Theodore Roosevelt set to replace the returning aircraft carrier Eisenhower.
Kirk Volo – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
