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Monday, February 23, 2026
USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier arrives in Crete
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USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, has arrived at the Greek Island of Crete, footage shows.
US President Donald Trump ordered the carrier strike group to the Middle East earlier this month, as he considers whether to take military action against Iran.
A Reuters photo and other footage circulating online show the carrier arriving at Crete’s Souda Bay, likely as part of a supply stop at the US Naval Support Activity base located there.
USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier arrives at Souda Bay on the island of Crete, Greece, February 23, 2026. REUTERS/Stelios Misinas pic.twitter.com/1wVMm4lwKg
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NEW: USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) arriving at Souda Bay, Greece
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