U.S. to send military assets closer to Israel, Pentagon announces

The Pentagon announced the USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is heading to the eastern Mediterranean. The move is an effort to deter Hamas and anyone supporting Hamas from further attacks. NBC News’ Courtney Kube reports. » Subscribe to NBC News: » Watch more NBC video: NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features , , , Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! NBC News App: Breaking News Alerts: Visit : Find NBC News on Facebook: Follow NBC News on Twitter: Get more of NBC News delivered to your inbox: #Military #Israel #Hamas