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The world's largest nuclear aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, is preparing to transit the Strait of Gibraltar. It is heading to the eastern Mediterranean amid heightened Middle East tensions, as part of a major U.S. military reinforcement.
UK denies US request to use RAF bases for potential Iran strike, citing legal concerns. Trump withdraws support for Chagos Islands deal in response.
Trump's interest in Greenland centers on its strategic value for Arctic dominance and space operations, particularly the Pituffik Space Base, highlighting tensions in international space and territorial law.
Trump's tariffs, Greenland bid, and defense demands strain US-Europe ties. European leaders, doubting US commitment, are pushing to reduce reliance on America for security and trade.