The USS Gerald R Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier, will dock in Crete for repairs following a fire onboard that injured sailors and destroyed equipment, according to reports.

The fire damaged approximately 100 beds and injured an unspecified number of crew members aboard the nuclear-powered carrier. The incident represents the latest in a series of operational challenges during the vessel's current deployment.

The carrier has been at sea for nearly nine months and is currently stationed in the Red Sea as part of ongoing U.S. military operations. The extended deployment has reportedly affected crew morale, with the fire damage adding to existing operational difficulties.

The USS Gerald R Ford has been actively participating in U.S. military strikes as part of operations in the region. The carrier previously took part in operations related to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

The decision to sail to Crete for repairs indicates the extent of the damage requires port facilities to address. The timeline for repairs and the carrier's return to operational status has not been announced.

The USS Gerald R Ford, commissioned in 2017, represents the lead ship of the Navy's newest class of aircraft carriers and has faced various technical challenges since entering service.