USS Enterprise deployed in Indian Ocean; Iran a target?

Perhaps the Navy aircraft carrier USS Enterprise is in the Indian Ocean for routine maneuvers. Then again....

From Channel Newsasia:

The USS Enterprise aircraft carrier is deployed in the Indian Ocean and "prepared for all contingencies," its top commander said on Monday, as speculation rises over possible US military action against Iran.

"We're always prepared for any contingency," said Rear Admiral Ray Spicer, speaking to reporters in Washington via teleconference.

Spicer commands the Enterprise Strike Group, which includes the nuclear-powered Enterprise and its warplanes, the cruiser Leyte Gulf, the destroyer McFaul, the frigate Nicholas - the last three armed with guided missiles - as well as the attack submarine Alexandria and a combat support ship.

He spoke to reporters as US news media speculates on US military preparations for a possible conflict with Iran.

Jimmy Carter will be the first person to protest any military strike against Iran. Of course, the Iranian mess was of his creation.

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