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The USS Gerald R. Ford, the worlds largest aircraft carrier, has just set a new record for the longest deployment since the Vietnam War, with a staggering 295 days at sea. Initially planned for the Mediterranean, the ship was rerouted to the Caribbean for a major naval operation, including the capture of Venezuelas president. It then headed to the Middle East amidst escalating Iran tensions, but a fire in the laundry room forced it back to the Mediterranean for repairs. The crew, already exhausted, has been dealing with mental health issues due to the extended deployment. The Navy expects the Ford to return in late May, setting a new record, but top admirals are considering smaller ships for hot zones instead of relying solely on carriers. The USS George H. W. Bush is already en route to the Middle East.

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