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As Russia Bombs Syria, U.S. Pulls Aircraft Carrier Out of Persian Gulf
The lack of a U.S. presence in the gulf comes as Russia is escalating its actions in the region and began pounding targets in Syria last week with airstrikes. Russian officials say they're trying to obliterate ISIS, although the U.S. and its allies say they're instead hitting rebel fighters who oppose Syrian President Bashar Assad, a Russian ally.
A Navy official told Washington lawmakers in July that the lack of a carrier was imminent — and could potentially hamstring operations.
"Without that carrier, there will be a detriment to our capability there," Adm. John Richardson said during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, prior to his confirmation in the Navy's top post.
Sidelining the USS Theodore Roosevelt also shows how Navy leaders are trying to shave off lengthy deployment times, which have not only worn down the ships, but taken a toll on sailors' morale, the newspaper said.
As Russia Bombs Syria, U.S. Pulls Aircraft Carrier Out of Persian Gulf
No really Mr president. Talk loudly and carry a tiny stick. Theodore Roosevelt would be so very proud of you.
The lack of a U.S. presence in the gulf comes as Russia is escalating its actions in the region and began pounding targets in Syria last week with airstrikes. Russian officials say they're trying to obliterate ISIS, although the U.S. and its allies say they're instead hitting rebel fighters who oppose Syrian President Bashar Assad, a Russian ally.
A Navy official told Washington lawmakers in July that the lack of a carrier was imminent — and could potentially hamstring operations.
"Without that carrier, there will be a detriment to our capability there," Adm. John Richardson said during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, prior to his confirmation in the Navy's top post.
Sidelining the USS Theodore Roosevelt also shows how Navy leaders are trying to shave off lengthy deployment times, which have not only worn down the ships, but taken a toll on sailors' morale, the newspaper said.
As Russia Bombs Syria, U.S. Pulls Aircraft Carrier Out of Persian Gulf
No really Mr president. Talk loudly and carry a tiny stick. Theodore Roosevelt would be so very proud of you.
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