Washington, United States, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - USS Gerald R. Ford: the world's biggest aircraft carrier

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The USS Gerald R. Ford -- the world's largest aircraft carrier -- is playing a key role in the US-Israeli war against Iran, but has suffered problems during its extended deployment. The carrier has now been at sea for almost nine months and will reportedly soon set sail for the island of Crete for repairs after a blaze broke out aboard the ship last week. Below are some key facts about the aircraft carrier. - Middle East deployment - The withdr......

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