The US Department of Defense spokesman, Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, announced that the carrier strike group led by the aircraft carrier Dwight D. Eisenhower has departed from the Red Sea and is now heading to the Atlantic via the Mediterranean. This group will be replaced by another group led by the Theodore Roosevelt, which is currently located in the Pacific Ocean.
The Dwight D. Eisenhower has been at sea for over eight months and was initially deployed to the Eastern Mediterranean in response to the Hamas attack on Israel. However, its stay in the region was extended to counter the threat posed by Yemen’s Houthis to international trade routes. Despite this, it has not been decided whether or not to extend its mission further as it has already spent more time at sea than any American aircraft carrier in recent years.
On the other hand, The Theodore Roosevelt has been sailing for over five months and it remains unclear how long it will continue with its mission as it has not yet arrived in the Middle East. In fact, it is scheduled to be replaced by another group led by Harry S Truman who will patrol the Pacific Ocean this summer.
It’s important to note that Western countries are also involved in efforts to counter Yemen’s Houthis threat. In addition to American forces, an Italian carrier strike group led by Cavour is also present in Red Sea showcasing their commitment towards maintaining security and stability in this region.
In conclusion, while American forces have been actively engaged in countering threats posed by Yemen’s Houthis, they are now shifting their focus towards other regions of concern such as Asia-Pacific where new threats may emerge. This shift highlights America’s strategic priorities and their willingness to work with other nations towards common goals of maintaining peace and security globally.
