USS George Washington returns to Japan, bolstering U.S. presence with advanced F-35C jets.

The USS George Washington, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, returned to its home port at Yokosuka naval base in Japan on November 22, 2024, after a nearly decade-long absence. This marks its second deployment to Japan, following its previous stint from 2008 to 2015. The carrier, now equipped with advanced F-35C fighter jets, aims to bolster U.S. deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region and maintain security amid regional tensions.

November 22, 2024
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