USS Lincoln sails past Singapore on its way from the Middle East after grueling 9-month deployment
Updated on: August 30, 2026 / 12:30 PM EDT / CBS/AP
TL;DR
- The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier passed Singapore on its way home from the Middle East.
- The carrier supported U.S. operations against Iran during its deployment.
- The mission was extended, resulting in over 250 days at sea, and a planned port visit in Thailand.
- Concerns were raised by family members regarding crew mental health, sanitary conditions, and food shortages.
- U.S. Central Command denied false reports of increased suicidal ideation and stated no deaths occurred aboard.
- The USS George Washington replaced the USS Lincoln in the Middle East.