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U.S. Navy Fleet Tracker: March 2, 2026

Carrier strike groups, amphibious ready groups, and other naval assets deployed worldwide

U.S. Supercarrier USS Gerald R. Ford Enters Mediterranean Amid Iran Tensions

The carrier's rush to the Middle East comes as the military build-up in the region appears to be approaching its crescendo.

USS Gerald R. Ford Crew Demonstrates Resilience, Readiness During Extended Deployment

Navy leaders acknowledge the real sacrifice of extended deployments but say the crew remains focused, capable and proud of their work.

Plumbing Woes Plague Navy's Newest Supercarrier

USS Gerald R. Ford faces persistent toilet system failures, costing millions to fix

US Military Ramps Up Presence Near Iran

Increased flights, refueling hubs, and naval movements signal potential for escalation

World's Largest Aircraft Carrier Heads to Middle East as Iran Nuclear Tensions Spike

USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group moves from Caribbean toward Strait of Gibraltar as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate

Armed Assault on Military Tribunals Thwarted

Attempted raid on secure complex fails as Trump's justice system crushes elite cabal

U.S. Sends World's Largest Aircraft Carrier to Middle East as Iran Tensions Rise

The USS Gerald R. Ford joins the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group already positioned in the region.

US Deploys World's Largest Aircraft Carrier to Middle East

Tensions with Iran prompt major military buildup in the region

U.S. Deploys Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions

The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group heads to the region, joining the USS Abraham Lincoln group already there.

US Navy Destroyer and Supply Ship Collide in Caribbean, Injuring 2 Sailors

The cause of the collision remains under investigation, officials say.

U.S. Aircraft Carrier Diverted to Middle East From Venezuela

The USS Gerald R. Ford will join the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group in the Persian Gulf.

US Navy Ships Collide in Caribbean, Causing Minor Injuries

The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Truxtun and the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply collided during a replenishment-at-sea operation.

2 US Navy Ships Collide in Caribbean, Leaving 2 Sailors Injured

The incident occurred as the warship was receiving a new load of supplies from the supply ship.

US Navy Ships Collide in Caribbean, Minor Injuries Reported

The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Truxtun and the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply were involved in the incident.

2 US Navy Ships Collide in Caribbean, Injuring 2 Sailors

The collision occurred as the warship was receiving a new load of supplies.

2 US Navy Ships Collide in the Caribbean

The destroyer USS Truxtun and the supply ship USNS Supply collided, leaving two troops with minor injuries.

NATO Launches Arctic Sentry Military Effort

Move comes after U.S. tensions over Greenland dispute