WASHINGTON – Web Desk: New video has emerged revealing the extent of damage caused by a fire aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford, the US Navy’s most advanced aircraft carrier, during the war with Iran — raising questions about initial official claims, according to US media reports.
CNN released exclusive footage clearly showing devastation inside the ship, including destroyed crew living quarters and several internal facilities. Initial Navy statements claimed the fire was quickly brought under control and the ship remained fully operational, but the new video suggests damage was far more severe than previously estimated.
A US sailor aboard the ship told media that the crew feared the entire vessel might sink during the fire, describing the situation as extremely dangerous with crew members engaged in emergency measures for several hours. CNN also reported that full repairs to the USS Gerald R. Ford could take at least one year, potentially impacting US naval capabilities.
The fire occurred in March during ongoing tensions and military operations with Iran. At that time, the Navy reported two personnel injured who received immediate medical attention, while maintaining that the ship’s operational capability remained intact. The emergence of the new video has sparked fresh debate about the actual damage to the carrier and the accuracy of the Navy’s initial statements.
