Report: U.S. Positions Two Aircraft Carriers Off Iran’s Coast
The American aircraft carriers "Bush" and "Lincoln," which had been operating in the Arabian Sea, have entered the Gulf of Oman and were positioned off Iran’s coast. According to the reports, the U.S. is expected to impose a new blockade on Iranian seaports.
The aircraft carrier Bush (Credit: shutterstock)The New York Post reported Saturday night that two American aircraft carriers that had been actively engaged in combat operations in the Arabian Sea have entered the Gulf of Oman, accompanied by a flotilla of more than twenty warships. The carriers — USS George H.W. Bush and USS Abraham Lincoln — have repositioned in a move that analysts suggest could signal American intent to reimpose a naval blockade on Iran.
It was also reported that the United States issued an ultimatum to Iran approximately 24 hours ago, set to expire on the night between Saturday and Sunday, demanding that Tehran publicly commit to guaranteeing free passage for commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian officials stated Saturday that no negotiations would resume until Washington walks back its stated positions — including President Trump's announcement of plans to impose additional sanctions, his freeze on fund transfers, and his declaration that the ceasefire is no longer in effect.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi took to X to lay out Tehran's position directly: "Iran has so far kept its word — unlike the American Treasury Secretary, who is violating Clause 9 of the memorandum of understanding. This violation follows a series of prior American breaches and miscalculations. Reality check: compliance can only be mutual." Clause 9 of the memorandum stipulates that "until a final agreement is reached, the U.S. and Iran agree to maintain the status quo. Iran will preserve the current status of its nuclear program, and the U.S. will not impose new sanctions or deploy additional forces in the region."
