BREAKING: U.S. Carrier ARRIVES; Iran Vows Israel's Destruction; Houthis Warn Tel Aviv...

The USS George Washington carrier strike group has deployed to the Middle East as Iran issues threats against Israel, claiming the Jewish state serves as an American base. Iran also pressures Gulf states and faces new U.S. sanctions targeting its financial networks.

The Houthis warned of strikes on Tel Aviv if pressure on Hezbollah increases. Israel conducted air operations in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon, striking a Hamas commander and responding to threats near the Turkish border in Syria.