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military-and-defense2 years ago

"China Constructs Full-Scale USS Ford Replica for Military Drills"

Satellite images have revealed a mock-up of the US Navy's USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier in the Taklamakan Desert, China, which is presumed to be used for target practice to test China's missile capabilities. The images, captured by Planet Labs, show detailed replicas of the Ford-class carrier and an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, indicating China's focus on enhancing its ability to counter US naval forces. The construction of these models aligns with China's reported increase in missile stockpiles, including the DF-26 intermediate-range ballistic missiles, known as "carrier killers." This development reflects ongoing tensions and the strategic military focus in the Indo-Pacific region.

via Business Insider|
##china#military-and-defense
military-and-defense2 years ago

"USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Group Returns to Norfolk After Mediterranean Mission"

The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier strike group is returning to Norfolk, Virginia, after an eight-month deployment in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, prompted by the Israel-Hamas war. The U.S. 6th Fleet announced that the amphibious assault ship Bataan and other vessels will replace the Ford's presence in the region. The Ford's deployment, which included accompanying destroyers, was part of a U.S. effort to maintain a strategic military presence near Israel and to intercept threats in the Red Sea, with the Pentagon extending the deployment three times due to regional instability. The U.S. is also forming a multinational task force to protect civilian ships in the Red Sea from attacks believed to be enabled by Iran.

via NavyTimes.com|
##israelhamasconflict#military-and-defense
military-and-defense2 years ago

"USS Gerald R. Ford Returns to US Following Extended Mediterranean Mission Post-Oct. 7 Events"

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the US Navy's newest and largest aircraft carrier, is returning to its homeport in Norfolk, Virginia, after an extended deployment in the Mediterranean Sea following Hamas' attack on Israel. The carrier's presence aimed to enhance US regional deterrence and defense posture. Despite its departure, the US maintains a strong naval presence in the region, with the USS Eisenhower remaining, along with other warships and the initiation of Operation Prosperity Guardian to improve maritime security in the southern Red Sea. The US Navy has been actively engaged in defending against Houthi attacks on commercial shipping, including a recent incident where US helicopters sank three Houthi boats in self-defense.

via CNN|
##aircraftcarrier#mediterraneandeployment
military-and-defense2 years ago

"USS Gerald R. Ford Set for Homecoming After Extended Middle East Mission"

The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier strike group is returning to Norfolk, Virginia, after being deployed to the Eastern Mediterranean Sea in response to the Oct. 7 Hamas-led attack on Israel. The strike group, which includes various support and attack vessels, played a defensive role in the region, intercepting ballistic missiles and attack drones. Despite the redeployment, the U.S. military will maintain a significant presence in the Middle East and Mediterranean, with other naval groups remaining active in the area to ensure security amid ongoing threats, such as the recent Houthi attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea.

via Fox News|
##hamas#israel
military-and-defense2 years ago

"USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Ends Extended Mediterranean Mission, Signaling Shift in US Naval Strategy"

The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is set to return home after an extended deployment in the Eastern Mediterranean, where it provided protection for Israel following attacks by Hamas. It will be replaced by the USS Bataan amphibious assault ship and its accompanying warships. The Ford's deployment included intercepting missiles and drones from Yemen and supporting commercial shipping against Houthi attacks. The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower carrier has also been active in the region, engaging hostile boats threatening commercial vessels. The incoming ships carry a significant Marine Expeditionary Unit, enhancing the U.S. military's capability in the region.

via PBS NewsHour|
##hamasconflict#israeldefense
military-and-defense2 years ago

"USS Gerald R. Ford Ends Extended Deployment with Mission to Protect Israel"

The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier, after an extended deployment in the Eastern Mediterranean providing defense for Israel, is set to return home. It will be replaced by the USS Bataan amphibious assault ship and its accompanying warships. The Ford's deployment included intercepting missiles and drones from Yemen and supporting commercial shipping against Houthi attacks. The U.S. shows continued commitment to the region's security with a two-carrier presence and the upcoming deployment of the Bataan group, equipped with Marines and capable of supporting a range of missions.

via POLITICO|
##hamasconflict#israeldefense
military-and-defense2 years ago

"USS Gerald R. Ford Ends Extended Deployment with Mission to Protect Israel"

The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier, after a deployment aimed at preventing the Israel-Hamas conflict from escalating, is set to return home. It will be replaced by the USS Bataan and its accompanying warships. During its deployment, the Ford and its strike group operated in the Eastern Mediterranean and intercepted ballistic missiles and drones from Yemen. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had visited the carrier, highlighting the strategic importance of the mission. The USS Eisenhower also played a role in protecting commercial shipping in the region, engaging Houthi boats attacking a container ship. The incoming warships carry significant Marine forces, enhancing the U.S. military's capability in the region.

via The Associated Press|
##defensesecretarylloydaustin#israelhamasconflict
world-news2 years ago

"US Navy Carrier Departs Middle East as Iran Positions Warship, Israel Plans Workforce Shift"

Iran has deployed its Alborz warship to the Red Sea, coinciding with the departure of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier from the Mediterranean, signaling a strategic shift in naval presence in the region. Iranian media, particularly the pro-Iran Al-Mayadeen, is closely monitoring these movements and the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, including attacks by Iranian-backed groups. Despite recent losses, such as the killing of an IRGC officer in Syria, Iran's Foreign Ministry maintains a stance of resilience and highlights improving Iran-Egypt relations, which could impact regional dynamics, especially concerning Iran's support for Hamas in Gaza.

via The Jerusalem Post|
##iran#middleeast
military-and-defense2 years ago

"US Aircraft Carrier USS Gerald R. Ford Set for Departure Amid Middle East Tensions"

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the U.S. Navy's newest and largest aircraft carrier, will soon return to its home port in Norfolk, Virginia, after being deployed in the eastern Mediterranean Sea as a deterrence during the recent Israel-Hamas conflict. The carrier was sent to the region to deter Hezbollah and Iran from expanding the conflict and had its deployment extended due to ongoing tensions. Despite the carrier's departure, the U.S. maintains significant military capability in the region, with additional cruisers and destroyers present. The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower carrier strike group remains in the Middle East, and recent escalations have seen U.S. Navy destroyers and helicopters engaging Houthi militants in the Red Sea.

via ABC News|
##easternmediterranean#israelhamasconflict