US denies 'Fifth Fleet' relocating from Bahrain ...

"American officials are denying press reports that the Navy’s Fifth Fleet, based in the Persian Gulf nation of Bahrain, was considering a move out of the strife-ridden port.
“We are aware of these reports, which do not reflect the views of either the departments of State or Defense," a State Department official told The Huffington Post.
"Diplomatically, we regard Bahrain as an important partner, while the U.S. Navy has a long-standing relationship of more than 60 years with Bahrain, which is a vital member of our Combined Maritime Forces, supporting regional maritime security and stability.”..."