Navy names aircraft carriers after former presidents Bush and Clinton
The Navy vessels will be the first to bear the names of former presidents William J. Clinton and George W. Bush.
By Riley Ceder
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A look at where the Navy’s 11 aircraft carriers are now
Here's where the service's carriers stand, whether preparing to deploy, currently deployed or undergoing maintenance and repairs.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Ford carrier strike group deployment extended amid Israel-Hamas war
The Pentagon announced Tuesday that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin approved an extension for the Ford and its carrier strike group’s deployment.
By Diana Stancy
Eisenhower carrier strike group to join Ford in eastern Mediterranean
The carrier is being sent as part of an effort to "deter hostile actions against Israel," Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.
By Diana Stancy
Here’s a look at the military firepower the US is providing to Israel
The buildup reflects U.S. concern that the deadly fighting between Hamas and Israel could escalate into a more dangerous regional conflict.
By Tara Copp, AP
Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group to deploy to Europe this week
“The Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group will depart from Norfolk, Va., in the coming week in line with its standard deployment schedule."
By Diana Stancy
Biden vows US resolve to back Israel as USS Ford enters region
The White House confirmed it has already begun delivering critically needed munitions and military equipment to Israel.
By Aamer Madhani and Tara Copp
Israel-Hamas war reveals challenges to US pullback in Middle East
Defense analysts say the U.S. may face challenges in extracting American forces from the region in the wake of Hamas' attack on Israel.
US military to move a carrier strike group in support of Israel
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says he's ordered the Ford carrier strike group to sail to the Eastern Mediterranean to be ready to assist Israel.
By Tara Copp, AP
Navy chief on destroyer Ramage dies on deployment to North Sea
The guided-missile destroyer, part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, deployed in May.
Carrier Ford arrives in NATO member Norway, to take part in drills
Norwegian military leaders say upcoming training gives them “a unique opportunity ... to work more closely with our most important ally."
By Jan M. Olsen, The Associated Press
USS Gerald R Ford leaves Norfolk for first full-length deployment
The Ford, which was originally supposed to deploy in 2018, completed a brief, inaugural deployment last year.
By Diana Stancy