US Navy shows destroyer readiness amid Iran tensions
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- CENTCOM releases images of USS Mitscher maintenance, signaling deterrence to Iran.
- US warns Revolutionary Guard over potential naval incidents in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) released exclusive images Saturday showing precise technical maintenance on the engines of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57), in a move military analysts call a “coded deterrence message.”
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While the official statement described the activities as routine, the timing amid heightened tensions suggests Washington aims to demonstrate fleet readiness for a potential confrontation. Analysts say the images underline that America’s “war machine” is fully operational at sea, supporting threats issued by President Donald Trump.
Warning to Iranian Revolutionary Guard
Coinciding with the release, CENTCOM issued a stern warning to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard after Tehran announced live-fire drills in the Strait of Hormuz starting Sunday. The US stressed that any “unprofessional” behavior increasing collision risks would threaten international navigation stability.
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The statement said, “The US military possesses the most lethal force in the world and will continue to operate at the highest standards of professionalism,” signaling that any approach toward US or allied vessels would face decisive response.
Trump Leverages Naval Presence to Pressure Iran
These maneuvers are part of a broader strategy led by President Trump, who described the current deployment—including aircraft carriers such as the Abraham Lincoln—as a “large armada” ready for immediate action.
The buildup is intended to pressure Tehran into a deal extending beyond the nuclear file to include ballistic missile restrictions. The deployment also reinforces the security of 'Israeli' interests, with US destroyers acting as a shield against potential Iranian retaliation.
