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economicAug 13, 2026

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East, according to Navy statements and open source information on the ship's movements.

Source: KONSTANTIN TOROPIN, Associated Press — Read the full report

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  • KONSTANTIN TOROPIN, Associated PressBy KONSTANTIN TOROPIN, Associated Press

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East, according to Navy statements and open source information on the ship's movements. This comes as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues…

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