The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford will depart the Middle East and begin the sail for home in coming days, WaPo reports citing multiple US officials

The departure of the USS Gerald R.

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An expected relief for roughly 4,500 sailors who have been deployed for 10 months, but a loss of significant firepower as peace talks between the US and Iran stagnate.

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Ford from the Middle East suggests a potential easing of military tension in the region, which could influence oil prices if geopolitical risks diminish. However, this also represents a reduction in US military presence amid stalled negotiations with Iran, which could underpin concerns about stability and price volatility in WTI and broader energy markets.

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