US puts Iran on notice that USS Georgia (SSGN-729) guided-missile submarine is deployed to the Middle East
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin on Sunday, August 11, 2024 ordered the Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Georgia to the Middle East ahead of an anticipated Iranian attack of Israel. USS Georgia (SSGN-729) will be joining many other US naval assets in the US Central Command area of responsibility in the Middle East and in the nearby Eastern Mediterranean. ++++++++ The US publicly announced the deployment of a US Navy guided-missile submarine -- USS Georgia (SSGN-729) -- to the Middle East. The announcement is unusual, and is a clear signal of deterrence as an attack from Iran and its proxies appears imminent. USS Georgia is a significant threat capable of destructive missile strikes. -- Business Insider ++++++++ USS Georgia: Lloyd Austin orders submarine to Middle East, accelerates arrival of strike group ahead of anticipated Iran attack | CNN Politics US Sending Powerful Submarine to Middle East Is a Loud Warning to Iran - Business Insider Home - centcom.mil USS Geor...