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Trump Calls USS Abraham Lincoln Conditions Reports ‘Fake,’ Says Carrier Is ‘Beautifully Maintained and Beautifully Taken Care Of’

President Donald Trump dismissed reports of deteriorating conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln as "fake" on Monday, saying people on the carrier describe it as "beautifully maintained and beautifully taken care of" despite scrutiny over its extended deployment.

Benzinga

US navy destroyer adrift in South China Sea for four days after losing power

USS Benfold lost power after ‘engineering casualty’ leaving sailors without galley services, toilets and air conditioning

The Guardian - US

USS Abraham Lincoln heads home as CENTCOM chief praises crew’s resilience

US Central Command chief Adm Brad Cooper lauded USS Abraham Lincoln sailors for their resilience. He highlighted the aircraft carrier's low mental health cases during its deployment. Cooper's visit occurred amid heightened regional tensions with Iran. The USS Abraham Lincoln is nearing the end of its Arabian Sea operations. This…

The Economic Times

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All not perfect: US Centcom commander flags sailors' mental issues during long service at sea

CENTCOM Commander Adm Brad Cooper visited the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier. He acknowledged challenges but stated the ship has low mental health cases. Cooper praised the crew's camaraderie, teamwork, and resilience during his visit. He emphasized mental health as a vital aspect of overall well-being. The commander wished the…

The Times of India

CENTCOM Chief Pushes Back on USS Abraham Lincoln Crisis Narrative, Says Carrier Has ‘Among the Lowest’ Mental Health Case Numbers in Navy

U.S. Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper said the USS Abraham Lincoln currently has "among the lowest" number of mental health cases across the Navy’s 11 active aircraft carriers, defending the crew’s resilience after more than 260 days deployed amid scrutiny over conditions aboard the ship.

Benzinga

USS Lincoln coming home after 260 days

Families and lawmakers are demanding answers over reported shortages and mental health concerns aboard the carrier

Salon

Democrats demand answers from Trump on USS Abraham Lincoln conditions

Senator Ruben Gallego calls carrier’s months-long deployment a ‘deep problem’ as wellbeing concerns mount

The Guardian - US

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US top Middle East commander visits deployed aircraft carrier, and other Mideast news

Adm. Brad Cooper, the top U.S. military commander in the Middle East, has visited the USS Lincoln in the Arabian Sea

The Independent UK

US CENTCOM chief concludes 10-day West Asia tour as USS Abraham Lincoln prepares to return

US CENTCOM Commander Adm Brad Cooper visited six West Asian nations and a US Navy aircraft carrier. He met senior leaders and service members during his ten-day trip. The visit occurred amid ongoing tensions with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group is returning…

The Economic Times

Did Trump reveal a weak hand in reported crowdsourcing memo seeking ‘creative’ ways to punish Iran?

U.S. military officials say effort to crowdsource a solution to the war via email blast is highly unusual

The Independent UK

The U.S. Military Has Not Managed To Make Clear Breakthroughs In Iran. It Is Reportedly Turning To Analysts For Ideas

A senior military official sent an email to a broad group of analysts asking for "creative and unconventional ways to pressure and punish Iran," according to a new report.

International Business Times

Trump handed war plan to 'cripple' Iran's missiles in 14 days: Report

US President Donald Trump is weighing a 10-to-14-day air campaign against Iran after CENTCOM chief Admiral Brad Cooper proposed strikes aimed at crippling Tehran’s remaining missile capability, according to The Wall Street Journal.

The Times of India

Top US Commander Reportedly Warns Troops' Cellphone Videos and Social Media Posts Are Handing Iran Battle Intelligence 'Free of Charge'

The top U.S. commander in the Middle East has reportedly warned that cellphone videos and social-media posts by troops are helping Iran assess attacks on American bases, prompting consideration of tighter phone restrictions.

Benzinga

US commander warns troops phone use, videos sharing could help Iran target military bases: Report

US military leaders are concerned about cellphone videos aiding Iran's targeting efforts. Admiral Brad Cooper warned troops about operational security risks from shared content. Some deployed personnel may soon surrender their mobile phones due to these concerns. This potential restriction affects thousands of troops stationed across the Middle East. Iran…

The Times of India

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International Business Times

Iran Wants To Charge Fees For Passage Through The Hormuz Strait. Some Gulf Countries Back a Voluntary Scheme

Gulf states have backed a proposal that would allow Iran to charge fees to vessels going through the Strait of Hormuz if the payments are made voluntarily.

International Business Times

Oil Plummeted On Hopes Of U.S.-Iran Talks But Chipmakers Dropped. Stocks Were Mixed Overall

Stocks were mixed on Monday as the market received contrasting signals: oil plummeted on hopes of U.S.-Iran talks, which brought optimism to the stocks market, but chipmakers dropped again.

International Business Times

The Houthis Said They Keep Hitting Saudi Oil Infrastructure. That Could Spell More Trouble For Global Supply

The Iran-backed Houthis claimed to have struck crude oil supply and transport sites that connect eastern Saudi Arabia to the Red Sea.

International Business Times

Trump Says U.S. Is In 'Deep Talks' With Iran. He Also Warns Of 'Very Strong Military Action' If They Are Unfruitful

President Donald Trump warned of "very strong military action" if talks between the U.S. and Iran are unfruitful.

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America weighs ground raid to grab Iran's buried uranium stockpile

American military planners are reportedly considering a complex ground operation to seize Iran's enriched uranium. This extraordinary mission could rank among the most difficult military raids ever attempted. The operation would involve thousands of troops securing fortified nuclear sites and removing material. Experts suggest military action may be the only…

International Business Times

Israel Believes The U.S. And Iran Won't Reach a Deal Over The Hormuz Strait, So Trump Will Escalate

Israel reportedly believes Trump will soon be forced to escalate hostilities in Iran as a result of a continued deadlock related to passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

The U.S. Said it Halted Attacks On Iran To Give Room For Diplomacy. Tehran Says It's Not Pursuing Talks

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Iran is not seeking more talks with the U.S. even though the countries have halted attacks over the past days.

International Business Times

The U.S. And Iran Halted Strikes In The Middle East. Oil Prices Are Plummeting

Oil is plummeting after the U.S. and Iran halted strikes in the Middle East.

International Business Times

The U.S. Halted Attacks Against Iran. A Top Commander Reportedly Said The Current Campaign Hit Its Limit

Brad Cooper, the commander of the U.S. Military Central Command (CENTCOM), reportedly said the current campaign against Iran hit its limit of effectiveness.

The Times of India

Why US strikes on Hormuz suddenly stopped despite Trump's bluster

After nearly two weeks of sustained attacks around the Strait of Hormuz and repeated warnings from President Donald Trump that military action could intensify, the US abruptly paused its bombing campaign on Friday. The decision, according to multiple reports, was driven less by diplomacy than by a reassessment inside the…

The Times of India

Trump rejects munitions shortage claims, says US has 'far more than we need'

US president Donald Trump on Sunday dismissed reports that the Pentagon is facing critical shortages of air defence interceptors. Insisting the United States has ample military stockpiles, Trump pushed back against growing concerns raised by defence officials and recent media reports over the ongoing conflict with Iran.

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