USS Lincoln sails past Singapore after 9-month deployment
Summary
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has passed Singapore on its way home after more than eight months on a difficult mission in the Middle East supporting U.S. military actions against Iran. The ship is expected to stop in Thailand to allow the crew to rest before returning to its base.Key Facts
- The USS Abraham Lincoln left San Diego on November 21 for a deployment that lasted over 250 days at sea.
- It supported U.S. military operations linked to the ongoing war against Iran.
- The USS George Washington recently arrived in the Middle East to replace the USS Lincoln.
- Crew members and families have reported concerns about poor mental health, sanitary conditions, and food shortages on the ship.
- U.S. Central Command denied reports of increased suicidal thoughts among the crew and said no deaths occurred on board.
- A sailor fell overboard on August 3 and was recovered; the event is still being investigated.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said reports of problems on the ship were exaggerated.
- The ship will stop in Thailand for rest and recovery before heading back to its U.S. home base.
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