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USS Abraham Lincoln returns after record-breaking deployment

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USS Abraham Lincoln returns after record-breaking deployment. (2026, October 9). Al Jazeera. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/9/uss-abraham-lincoln-returns-after-record-breaking-deployment?traffic_source=rss

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Al Jazeera · collected 2026-10-09

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The USS Abraham Lincoln recently returned to San Diego following a record-breaking 300-day deployment supporting military operations against Iran. Upon arrival, sailors were greeted by their families amidst concerns about the challenges faced during the long mission, which included supply issues and health crises aboard the ship.
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Pete Hegseth, Defense Secretary, visited the USS Abraham Lincoln on Wednesday before its return to San Diego on Thursday after a record-breaking 265-day deployment supporting the war against Iran. Hegseth bestowed upon the crew the Presidential Unit Citation, typically awarded for significant combat achievements, despite reports of stress and supply shortages during their long deployment. The ship's extended mission drew national attention amid concerns over crew welfare and morale issues, including suicide attempts and shortages of basic supplies like food and hygiene products. Despite these challenges, Hegseth praised the sailors' resilience and dedication, emphasizing their role in a critical military operation overseen by President Donald Trump.

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Iran San Diego USS Abraham Lincoln the USS Abraham Lincoln

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USS Abraham Lincoln returns after record-breaking deployment Families cheered and embraced their loved ones as the USS Abraham Lincoln returned home to San Diego after more than 300 days at sea to support the US-led war on Iran.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-09
2026-10-09 · Al Jazeera
USS Abraham Lincoln returns after record-breaking deployment · assertive framing

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USS Abraham Lincoln returns after record-breaking deployment Families cheered and embraced their loved ones as the USS Abraham Lincoln returned home to San Diego after more than 300 days at sea to support the US-led war on Iran. asserted
Lincoln → return → Iran
The extended deployment led to supply shortages, facility breakdowns and reports of suicide attempts. asserted
deployment → lead → attempts
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