The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims to have attacked the American aircraft carrier \u201cUSS Abraham Lincoln\u201d with four ballistic missiles, according to Iranian state media. This claim comes amid heightened tensions between the two nations.<\/p>\n
The \u201cUSS Abraham Lincoln\u201d is the fifth aircraft carrier of the \u201cNimitz\u201d class in the U.S. Navy. It is one of the most advanced ships in the fleet and plays a critical role in American military power projection worldwide.<\/p>\n
The aircraft carrier is equipped with the latest stealth F-35 fighter jets. These jets are designed to be invisible to radar, making them capable of evading detection by enemy forces. Their advanced technology allows them to operate effectively in hostile environments.<\/p>\n
In addition to the F-35s, the strike group accompanying the \u201cAbraham Lincoln\u201d includes three destroyers. These destroyers are armed with \u201cTomahawk\u201d cruise missiles, which are used for precision attacks on land-based targets. The group is typically accompanied by a nuclear-powered submarine with similar missile capabilities.<\/p>\n
Satellite images, confirmed by \u201cBBC Verify,\u201d show the aircraft carrier near the coast of Oman on February 15th. This is the last known sighting of the ship, which further emphasizes its strategic location in the region.<\/p>\n
As of now, the United States has not responded to Iran\u2019s claim of the missile attack. The lack of a statement has left the situation shrouded in uncertainty, with many awaiting clarification from American officials.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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