The carrier movements unfold as U.S. The Pentagon is deploying an additional aircraft carrier and 10,000 sailors and Marines to the Persian Gulf, according to a US official, a move that gives American commanders more options if President Donald Trump chooses to escalate attacks on Iran. Key points and original sources are listed below.

• The carrier movements unfold as U.S. President Donald Trump said increased military strikes against Iran were "possible" after the midterm elections.S1

• The Pentagon is deploying an additional aircraft carrier and 10,000 sailors and Marines to the Persian Gulf, according to a US official, a move that gives American commanders more options if President Donald Trump chooses to escalate attacks on Iran. (Source:...S2