USS Abraham Lincoln sails past Singapore on its way home from Middle East

BATAM, Indonesia (AP) – The U.S. Aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln sailed past Singapore early on Sunday as it headed home after a grueling deployment in the Middle East.

Key points

• Associated Press journalists on the Indonesian island of Batam, throughout the Singapore Strait, spotted the massive vessel as it transited waters near Singapore just after 1 a.m.
• Its deployment included a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea of more than 250 days.
• Thai authorities have stated the Lincoln will stop in Thailand for rest and recovery before returning to its U.S.

What happened

Associated Press journalists on the Indonesian island of Batam, throughout the Singapore Strait, spotted the massive vessel as it transited waters near Singapore just after 1 a.m. Local time.

Notably, the Lincoln, one of the U.S. Navy's largest warships, was supporting the U.S. War against Iran. Its deployment included a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea of more than 250 days. Reservations have grown concerning the Lincoln's lengthy deployment after reports of deteriorating mental health among the crew and shortages of supplies including food and hygiene products.

Thai authorities have stated the Lincoln will stop in Thailand for rest and recovery before returning to its U.S. Base.

The bottom line

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