The Daily Populous

The United States is deploying another aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East, potentially bringing the total number of carriers in the region to three, according to officials cited by The Wall Street Journal.

The USS George H.W. Bush , a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, departed Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia on Tuesday alongside its accompanying warships, the U.S. Navy said in a statement.

The move comes as President Donald Trump weighs additional military options related to Iran and as U.S. forces continue to build up in the Middle East. »

Kid Rock, born Robert Ritchie, stood next to a miniature Statue of Liberty while clapping for the hovering helicopters.

The Army did not specify what type of flight the Apache helicopters were conducting when they flew by Kid Rock’s house.

Hegseth reposted Kid Rock’s statement as he announced both the Army’s investigation and suspension had been lifted. »

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $3.8 billion in funding to protect nature on Tuesday, as the federal government moves to meet its conservation targets.

In addition to public money, the government is seeking private sector investment to fund the conservation strategy, which will involve the creation of new national parks and marine reserves.

Two of the marine areas in the Arctic — Sarvarjuaq and Qikiqtait — would protect populations of polar bears, walruses and beluga whales. »

Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google.

A drone attack by Iran and its allies hit a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, sparking a fire, authorities said.

Kuwait International Airport has been attacked before by Iran during the war. »