The USS Gerald R Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, arrived at Greece’s Souda Bay naval base this Monday, sparking global attention as U.S.-Iran tensions reach a boiling point. The move comes just days after former U.S. President Donald Trump issued a 10-15 day ultimatum to Tehran to resolve nuclear disputes—or face unspecified consequences. 🌍💥
Souda Bay, a critical NATO hub in the eastern Mediterranean, now hosts this floating fortress capable of carrying 75+ aircraft. Analysts say the deployment underscores escalating regional instability, with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian vowing on Saturday not to “bow to pressure.” 🔥
While tourists snap photos of the carrier from Crete’s beaches, diplomats scramble behind closed doors. Will Trump’s February 19 deadline—set to expire this week—lead to a breakthrough or a breakdown? The Mediterranean holds its breath. ⏳⚖️
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