Pentagon Deploys Missile Submarine Amid Middle East Tensions

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has directed the deployment of a guided missile submarine to the Middle East as tensions rise in the region. Additionally, Austin has expedited the Abraham Lincoln strike group's movement to the area, marking a significant military maneuver.

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered the deployment of a guided missile submarine to the Middle East amid escalating tensions in the region, according to the Pentagon's announcement on Sunday.

The Pentagon's statement also revealed that Austin had instructed the Abraham Lincoln strike group to speed up its deployment to the region.

This move marks a significant military maneuver as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East.

(With inputs from agencies.)