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U.S. aircraft carrier to leave Mideast, reducing military might amid Iran war

U.S. aircraft carrier to leave Mideast, reducing military might amid Iran war
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Wednesday, 29 April, 2026, 23:10

The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford will depart the Middle East and begin the sail for home in coming days, multiple U.S. officials said, an expected relief for roughly 4,500 sailors who have been deployed for 10 months — but a loss of significant firepower as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran stagnate.