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USS Gerald R. Ford Joins NATO Drills Amid Rising Tensions

9/30/2025

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USS Gerald R. Ford, largest aircraft carrier, entered Oslofjord on September 28, 2025, as part of Neptune Strike 25-3.
The deployment follows increased Russian drone activity and airspace violations, signaling heightened NATO readiness.
The carrier features electromagnetic launch systems and dual-band radar, enhancing its operational capabilities.
The Neptune Strike exercise involves over 10,000 personnel from 13 states, conducting live-fire drills.

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USS Gerald R. Ford, largest aircraft carrier, entered Oslofjord on September 28, 2025, as part of Neptune Strike 25-3.
The deployment follows increased Russian drone activity and airspace violations, signaling heightened NATO readiness.
The carrier features electromagnetic launch systems and dual-band radar, enhancing its operational capabilities.
The Neptune Strike exercise involves over 10,000 personnel from 13 states, conducting live-fire drills.