Therefore, what Bolton describes as a 'response' to Iran’s warning does not seem to be genuine, as the ABECSG started its mission long before Iran’s warning." Iran has been heavily vocal in its criticism of Israel as well as its U.S. backing over retaliation against rocket strikes from Gaza. The U.S. has denied any link between the carrier deployment and the situation in Gaza, where the U.S. has publicly supported Israel's actions. We depend on them for our livelihood, and we want them safe, secure, and free for navigation of all countries, including Iran. As we have stated before, Iran won’t permit the US to threaten the Persian Gulf."

Source: Forbes May 06, 2019 04:50 UTC