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US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East to relief long-deployed USS Lincoln

US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East to relief long-deployed USS Lincoln

WASHINGTON — The Asia-based USS George Washington aircraft carrier is now operating in the Middle East, the U.S. military said Thursday, relieving a long-deployed USS Lincoln following reports of mental health challenges and supply shortages aboard while it was supporting the Iran war.

Associated Press
Aug 20, 2026
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