Additional destroyer and electronic surveillance jet join US forces in Middle East

U.S. tensions with Iran are escalating as President Trump claims a "massive armada" heading to the Middle East, including the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group.

The U.S. has added an RC-135V Rivet Joint surveillance plane in Qatar and deployed an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer the USS Delbert D. Black for defense capabilities.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the need for U.S. forces to protect against threats to American troops from Iran.

Trump demands Iran halt its nuclear program, but Iran denies ongoing negotiations, stating threats hinder talks. Meanwhile, regional allies Saudi Arabia and the UAE refuse to support U.S. military actions against Iran, complicating potential strike options.