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flag U.S. carrier USS George Washington visits Busan, South Korea, amid regional tensions and strengthened defense ties.

flag The U.S. nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington arrived at Busan, South Korea, on November 5, 2025, marking its first port call under newly elected President Lee Jae-myung. flag Accompanied by several warships, the visit is for crew rest and resupply. flag South Korea’s Navy called the deployment a reaffirmation of the U.S.-South Korea alliance and an opportunity to strengthen naval cooperation. flag The move follows U.S. support for South Korea’s plan to build a nuclear-powered submarine in a U.S. shipyard, approved by President Trump. flag South Korea reiterated its commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and pledged not to develop nuclear weapons. flag The deployment comes amid regional tensions, with North Korea criticizing the carrier’s presence and continuing to expand its nuclear and missile programs.

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