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Politics · Defense & national security · published 2026-09-03 · via Foreign Policy

Carrier's Extended Deployment Reflects Strain of Iran Conflict

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The USS Abraham Lincoln returned to port after 286 days at sea, showing significant rust and wear. The deployment, largely spent supporting the U.S. war against Iran, lasted far longer than the Trump administration anticipated. The prolonged mission has overextended the military and taken a toll on crew morale, with reports of food shortages and mental health issues.

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