The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed to the Middle East to replace the USS Theodore Roosevelt, as ordered by US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. The aircraft carrier strike group, led by the USS Abraham Lincoln and equipped with advanced F-35 fighters, was directed to expedite its transit to the region on August 11.
This deployment was confirmed by the military command responsible for the Middle East, announcing on social media that the USS Abraham Lincoln, along with F-35C and F/A-18 Block III fighters, has entered the US Central Command area of responsibility. The aircraft carrier is the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 3 and is accompanied by Destroyer Squadron 21 and Carrier Air Wing 9.
This strategic move is part of the ongoing efforts to maintain stability and security in the region. The presence of the USS Abraham Lincoln will enhance the US military capabilities in the area and strengthen deterrence against potential threats.
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