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The U.S. Navy’s Biggest Aircraft Carrier Ever Is Now Surging Towards Iran’s Backyard
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier has been dispatched from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean Sea by the Trump administration amid escalating tensions with Iran and ongoing nuclear negotiations....
US Push in Middle East! New Orders Against Iran: Second Aircraft Carrier Sets Sail
The United States has deployed its second aircraft carrier to the region as part of an aggressive push against Iran. This move intensifies the naval presence in the Persian Gulf and follows escalating...
Pentagon Prepares Second Aircraft Carrier Strike Group for Military Operation Against Iran
The Pentagon is gearing up another aircraft carrier strike group as part of military preparations against potential threats from Iran....
DIU, Navy seek long-range drones for maritime strikes
The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and the U.S. Navy have issued a request seeking unmanned systems capable of carrying 1,000-pound class munitions with a range of up to 600 nautical miles....
USS Gerald Ford the second aircraft carrier sent to Middle East: Report
The USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier, dispatched on deployment in late June 2025, will have completed eight months of service in two weeks. This marks the second such deployment to the Middle East....
The U.S. Navy’s Trump-Class Battleship Gamble
The article discusses the proposed 'Trump-class' guided-missile battleship by the U.S. Navy as a platform designed to replace aging cruisers. The ship, described in renderings and briefings, measures ...
It Took the U.S. Navy 5 Years to Fix a Seawolf-Class Submarine After Smashing Into an Underwater Mountain
The USS Connecticut (SSN-22), a Seawolf-class submarine, was damaged in October 2021 when it collided with an uncharted underwater mountain. This incident sidelined one of the three submarines due to ...
Navy relieves USS Mason commander for ‘loss of confidence’
Captain Chavius Lewis, who commanded the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason since November 2024, has been relieved due to a loss of confidence in his command abilities. No additional details were prov...
The U.S. Navy’s Big Mistake: ‘Sinking’ the Seawolf-Class Stealth Submarine Program
This article discusses the US Navy's Seawolf-class fast-attack submarines designed during the Cold War as the pinnacle of undersea military technology, being both quiet and heavily armed with 50 Tomah...
Pentagon to move world's largest aircraft carrier to Middle East, US officials say
US officials have announced that the Pentagon plans to send the world’s largest aircraft carrier to the Middle East region....
USS Gerald Ford the second aircraft carrier sent to Middle East: Report
The USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier began its deployment to the Middle East in late June 2025. As of two weeks ago, this marks the vessel's eight-month deployment period....
India Set to Order 114 Rafale Fighters and Six P-8I Patrol Aircraft
India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved proposals on February 12th worth a total of $40 billion for the acquisition of six P-8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft and 114 Rafale fighters....
Pentagon Prepares Second Carrier to Deploy to the Middle East
The Pentagon is gearing up to send a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East as part of an increase in military presence in response to perceived threats from Iran....
Pentagon Preparing Second Aircraft Carrier for Deployment to Middle East
The Pentagon is reportedly preparing another aircraft carrier to be deployed in the Middle East region as part of its military operations and readiness posture....
The U.S. Navy Seems Ready To Leave the Supercarrier Era
Admiral Daryl Caudle, Chief of Naval Operations, introduced new 'US Navy Fighting Instructions' advocating a shift towards a 'Hedge Strategy'. This strategy aims to reduce the reliance on large aircra...
US Navy on the hunt for strike drones that can launch from any warship
The U.S. Navy is seeking armed drones that can be deployed from various locations or launched from surface warships beyond aircraft carriers. This initiative aims to enhance naval capabilities by expa...
Navy Issues RfI For Acquisition of Long-Range Submarine-Launched Land-Attack Missiles With 500+ Km Reach And Sub-1.5-Ton Weight Ceiling
The Indian Navy has initiated a procurement process for long-range land attack cruise missiles (LACM) with a range of over 500 km and weight not exceeding 1.5 tons, to be launched from its conventiona...
U.S. Navy Will Be Down Another Flattop for 2 Years: USS Iwo Jima Won’t Be Headed Out for ‘Active Duty’
The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima will be undergoing a two-year maintenance period costing $204 million at the BAE Systems Norfolk Naval Shipyard. This follows its key role in Operat...
Trump-class battleships are ‘exactly’ what the Navy needs, SWO boss says
Vice Admiral Brendan McLane has stated that Trump-class battleships are precisely what the US Navy requires due to design challenges encountered with its next-generation destroyer projects. This highl...
Navy advances plans to reshuffle traditional carrier strike group model
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle has released new 'Fighting Instructions', which outlines the Navy's tailored force initiative aimed at reshaping the traditional carrier strike group model....
Korean War vet to get Medal of Honor for longest dogfight in US military history
Naval aviator Captain Royce Williams, aged 100, is set to receive the Medal of Honor for his achievements during the Korean War, particularly for a record-breaking dogfight....
US Navy fires Commander due to loss of confidence
The U.S. Navy has relieved the commodore of First Naval Construction Regiment (1 NCR) from command due to a loss of confidence in his leadership abilities....
Mariners first: rebuilding Australia’s navy for war at sea
The Royal Australian Navy faces significant challenges as it transitions from a peacetime force to one prepared for maritime conflict. This includes the introduction of nuclear submarines and an expan...
How to Save the U.S. Navy from Becoming A Bunch of Old ‘Battleships’
Following combat operations in the Red Sea against Houthi missiles and drones, the US Navy has learned that interceptor defense is effective but difficult to sustain on a large scale due to financial ...
Supercarrier Surprise: Multiple U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers Will Soon Be in Iran’s Backyard
USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Gerald R. Ford are set to deploy near Iran, creating a two-carrier strike posture aimed at increasing pressure on the country. This deployment will enhance coordinated sort...
CYBERCOM 2.0 could provide lessons for how Navy identifies tech talent
The article discusses how the Navy and other military services are navigating the implementation of CYBERCOM 2.0. It highlights potential insights that can be drawn from this process, particularly in ...
The U.S. Navy Already Has a ‘Battleship’: Meet the Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyer
The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, equipped with the advanced Aegis combat system and SPY-6 radar, serves as the backbone of the U.S. Navy's fleet due to its frequent deployment and versatility for mu...
The U.S. Navy’s Only Nuclear Spy Submarine Cost $3.5 Billion and Might Be Best Sub Ever Built
The USS Jimmy Carter (SSN-23), the third and most modified Seawolf-class attack submarine, includes a special 100-foot module designed to accommodate covert undersea operations. This extra section all...
Trump Administration Sending Another Aircraft Carrier to Middle East
The Trump administration is deploying another aircraft carrier group to the Middle East region as part of increased military presence and deterrence measures....
2027 defense budget could double 2026 ship requests, US Navy secretary says
The US Navy secretary suggests that the 2027 defense budget might provide twice as many funds for ship procurement compared to the current year's allocation of $27.2 billion for 17 ships....
US Navy on the hunt for strike drones that can launch from any warship
The US Navy seeks armed drones capable of launching from various locations including austere conditions and non-carrier surface ships....
UK carrier drone plan moves on without catapults
The UK Ministry of Defence has altered its Royal Navy drone carrier project plans, absorbing both Project VIXEN and Project ARK ROYAL into a new Maritime Aviation Transformation Strategy....
Pentagon Reports Strike on Drug-Smuggling Ship in Pacific Ocean; Two Dead
The Pentagon announced Wednesday that a United States Navy vessel conducted an operation against a suspected drug-smuggling ship in the eastern Pacific Ocean. During the operation, individuals onboard...
US Military Boards Another Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean After Tracking It From the Caribbean
The US Navy has intercepted an oil tanker that was tracked from the Caribbean into the Indian Ocean for unknown reasons related to security or compliance with international regulations....
US Seizes Tanker Veronica III in Indian Ocean
The United States has seized the tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean. Details about the reason for the seizure are not provided....
US Navy Seizes Iranian Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean
The United States Navy has seized an oil tanker carrying Iranian crude oil in the Indian Ocean. This action underscores ongoing tensions and enforcement of sanctions against Iran's energy exports....
Gallery: Estonian Navy divers complete week-long 'ice camp' training
Estonian Navy divers completed a week-long training exercise known as the 'ice camp' at Rummu Quarry on Friday. The event included diving in icy conditions, with participation from Estonian Rescue Boa...
A Torpedo Malfunction Sunk a Russian Submarine and Moscow Tried to Blame the U.S. Navy
An investigation into the sinking of Russia's nuclear-powered Kursk submarine in 2000 concluded that a malfunctioning torpedo caused internal explosions, leading to all 118 sailors' deaths. Initially,...
USS Gerald Ford the second aircraft carrier sent to Middle East: Report
The USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier was deployed in late June 2025 and will have been on deployment for eight months within two weeks....
Ford-Class Lessons: Why the USS Kennedy Was Successful at Sea Trials
The USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79), a Ford-class aircraft carrier, has successfully completed sea trials showcasing advanced technologies such as high-tech surveillance radar, electromagnetic catapults,...
US Navy on the hunt for strike drones that can launch from any warship
The US Navy is exploring options for armed drones capable of launching from various naval vessels under austere conditions and not restricted to aircraft carriers....
NextGen Helmets Coming to Navy, Marine Pilots
New helmets are being introduced for Navy and Marine pilots that weigh less than their predecessors and can be easily upgraded with digital technology....
US Navy intercepts Iran-linked tanker in high seas operation
The US Navy conducted an interception of a tanker believed to be linked with Iran in international waters during a routine maritime security operation. The move is seen as part of ongoing efforts to m...
Why Chinese navy still trails the US in high-stakes game of underwater aircraft recovery
A military magazine linked to China's largest state-owned shipbuilder warns that China’s navy lacks advanced underwater recovery equipment and operational readiness required for salvage operations inv...
The head of Canada’s navy wants to blow more things up
Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee of Canada's navy emphasizes the need for rapid, more lethal upgrades in response to growing global instability....
The U.S. Navy Is Now Down Another Flattop ‘Assault Ship’ (Or Mini Aircraft Carrier)
The U.S. Navy's amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) is undergoing a significant modernization and maintenance overhaul at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, set to begin in June 2026 with an estimated c...
US Sends Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East, Paper Reports
According to reports, the United States has sent a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East region as part of increased military presence in response to tensions with Iran and other geopolitical iss...
Navy to experiment with tailored force pairing with Theodore Roosevelt deployment: SWO boss
Vice Adm. Brendan McLane announced that a medium unmanned surface vessel will deploy alongside the USS Theodore Roosevelt and its strike group later this year, as part of an experiment in tailored for...
Newest Ford-class carrier USS John F. Kennedy aces sea trials
The newest vessel of the Ford-class aircraft carriers, USS John F. Kennedy, has successfully completed its sea trials and is scheduled to join the U.S. Navy fleet in March 2027....
Indonesian Navy Commissions its Largest Survey Vessel
The Indonesian Navy commissioned KRI Canopus (936), its largest survey vessel, at the Abeking & Rasmussen shipyard in Lemwerder, Germany on February 12. The 105-meter ship is now the biggest survey ve...
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