USS Abraham Lincoln reaches Thailand after 9 months at sea
Summary
The USS Abraham Lincoln, a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, docked in eastern Thailand after spending over nine months at sea during ongoing combat operations in the Middle East. The stop allows the crew of 5,000 sailors and Marines to rest before returning to their U.S. base, amid visible signs of wear on the ship and reports of challenging conditions on board.Key Facts
- USS Abraham Lincoln arrived at Laem Chabang port in Chonburi province, Thailand, after 9.5 months at sea.
- The ship carries about 5,000 crew members, including sailors and Marines.
- This deployment was longer than the standard six-to-nine-month naval tours.
- The carrier participated in a U.S.-Israeli military conflict involving Iran that has lasted about seven months.
- The ship’s exterior showed rust and signs of wear, which the commanding officer said is normal for long deployments.
- President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about the length of the deployment, saying “not nearly long enough.”
- The crew is resting in Thailand for a few days before returning to the U.S.
- Rear Admiral Robert E Loughran praised the crew's professionalism during the mission.
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