The USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group has completed its mission in the U.S. Central Command and is now heading to the Indo-Pacific area of operations. This move comes as the United States continues to maintain the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group in the region, along with other military assets such as destroyers, a Marine Expeditionary Unit, and F-22 Raptor aircraft. The Pentagon Press Secretary, Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, emphasized the United States’ focus on working with regional partners to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East following recent attacks by Hamas. The U.S. is also working towards securing a ceasefire as part of a hostage deal to bring all hostages home and end the conflict in Gaza.
In addition to the ongoing situation in the Middle East, the United States is closely monitoring the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Ryder reiterated the U.S. position of supporting Ukraine in its efforts to defend its sovereignty and take back occupied territory. The United States has been working with Ukraine to ensure they have the necessary capabilities to conduct defensive strikes against attacks from across the border in Russia. The goal is to empower Ukraine to have a strong hand at the negotiating table when the time comes for peace talks.
President Joe Biden has made it clear that the United States wants to see Ukraine succeed in its conflict with Russia. Putin’s invasion of Ukraine was a blatant violation of international laws and norms, and the U.S. will not stand for such aggression. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has emphasized that there is no single system or weapon that will change the course of the conflict in Ukraine. Instead, it is about leveraging all available capabilities to support Ukraine in achieving success and having a stronger position in negotiations. The U.S. remains committed to supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
As the USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group heads to the Indo-Pacific area of operations, the United States continues to maintain a strong presence in various regions to address ongoing conflicts and threats. The U.S. is working with regional partners to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East and support Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. The focus is on ensuring that Ukraine has the necessary capabilities to defend itself and negotiate from a position of strength. The U.S. remains committed to upholding international laws and norms and supporting its allies in their efforts to maintain sovereignty and security.
