New Aircraft Carrier Arrives in the Middle East, Relieving Lincoln

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington entered Middle East waters on August 19th, marking a change in U.S. naval presence. This deployment provides relief for the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been in the region for nearly nine months. The George Washington Carrier Strike Group is now operating in the U.S. Central Command theater.

• The USS George Washington arrived in the Middle East on August 19th.
• It replaces the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for almost nine months.
• The George Washington Carrier Strike Group is operating in the U.S. Central Command theater.
• The USS Abraham Lincoln has been supporting strikes and blockade operations against Iran since February 28th.