USS Abraham Lincoln begins journey home after deployment
By The BriefBrief
The USS Abraham Lincoln left the Middle East and began its journey back to the United States on Thursday, after completing a nine-month deployment. The ship was relieved by the USS Washington as it departed the region.
WHO:USS Abraham Lincoln; USS Washington
WHAT:USS Abraham Lincoln left the Middle East and started its return journey to the United States, relieved by USS Washington.
WHEN:Aug 20, 2026
WHERE:Middle East
WHY:The ship was relieved and began its scheduled return after completing its nine-month deployment.
