US carrier Ford arrives in Croatia for repairs - Reuters
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USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier arrived in Croatia for scheduled repairs and maintenance.
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The USS Gerald R. Ford, a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, has arrived in Croatia for scheduled repairs and maintenance. The carrier, which is the lead ship of its class and represents one of the Navy's most advanced vessels, required port facilities to conduct work that cannot be performed underway. Croatia's decision to host the carrier underscores NATO's continued military presence and cooperation in the Eastern European region, particularly as geopolitical tensions remain elevated. The repairs will likely take several weeks, during which the Ford will remain in port before resuming operational duties.
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