In response to escalating tensions with Iran, the United States has ordered a second aircraft carrier group, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Middle East. This deployment comes as President Trump emphasizes the need for a resolution to nuclear deal discussions within the next month, warning of serious consequences for Iran if negotiations fail. U.S. officials have confirmed that the carrier will be repositioned from the Caribbean, joining the USS Lincoln in the Persian Gulf. Military officials highlight the necessity of a robust naval presence in the region as diplomatic talks are underway.