In brief
The USS Abraham Lincoln completed a record 10‑month deployment at sea, supporting the US‑Israel cooperation amid the Iran conflict. On 30 October, the carrier docked in San Diego after spending more than 300 days underway. Families have welcomed back thousands of crew members, marking a moment of relief for the ship’s community. BBC Verify has been tracking the vessel’s movements, with reporting by Jake Horton. The deployment illustrates the Navy’s sustained involvement in regional security.
Families have welcomed back the thousands of crew members on board the USS Abraham Lincoln after the warship spent more than 300 days at sea.
The aircraft carrier docked in San Diego after one of the longest deployments ever recorded, where it had been supporting the US‑Israel war with Iran.
BBC Verify has been tracking its time at sea — as Jake Horton reports. Produced by Krystal Campos. Graphics by Mark Edwards.
Published: 8 Oct 2026
