The USS Abraham Lincoln, a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has arrived in the United States Central Command area of responsibility, marking a significant escalation of US military presence in the Middle East. The carrier strike group, which includes three Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers, was redirected from operations in the Indo-Pacific amid growing tensions with Iran. The USS Abraham Lincoln, a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has arrived in the United States Central Command area of responsibility, marking a significant escalation of US military presence in the Middle East. The carrier strike group, which includes three Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers, was redirected from operations in the Indo-Pacific amid growing tensions with Iran. Deployment aims to promote regional securityThe deployment is aimed at promoting regional security and stability, according to United States Central Command.

Source: dna January 27, 2026 02:45 UTC