The USS George Washington joined British and Japanese aircraft carriers in the North Philippine Sea for a show of force.

The deployment of USS Tripoli —an America -class amphibious assault ship—demonstrates Washington's commitment to the defense of Japan, the U.S. Pacific Fleet said on Monday.

The U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship USS America conducts flight operations in the Solomon Sea with an F-35B fighter aircraft on June 9, 2025.

The USS Tripoli, a powerful amphibious assault ship capable of F-35B operations, is deploying to Japan, reinforcing US presence in Asia and signaling Washington’s enduring commitment to regional ...