The USS Abraham Lincoln was deployed to the Middle East last month. ABC News got a first-hand look at its operations, which officials say have deterred Tehran from direct attacks against U.S. interests.
The USS Abraham Lincoln is currently the most-watched aircraft carrier in the world. Since its expedited deployment to the Middle East last month, the ship has become the focal point of tense U.S.-Iran relations.
ABC News was among the first group of media outlets permitted aboard the ship since its arrival in the Middle East, getting a first-hand look at operations that U.S. officials say have deterred Tehran from direct attacks against American interests. Navy officials would not reveal to ABC News how close the carrier was to Iranian shores, but the Lincoln's commanding officer, Capt. Putnam Browne, said the ship was"close enough" to provide a presence without threatening Tehran."Anytime you go through the straits you have higher levels of security, any straits. So we would elevate our level of security," Browne said.
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