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Claim of 7 American soldiers jumping into the sea from Abraham Lincoln is false, CENTCOM told the whole truth
Samira Vishwas | August 14, 2026 2:24 PM CST

New Delhi. American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln Amidst the shocking claims being made on social media and in some reports, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) has clarified the situation. The American command has termed the claim of death or suicide of seven soldiers on the ship as false. However, on August 3, there was an incident of a sailor falling into the sea, who was rescued safely in time.

The news of death of 7 soldiers is wrong

According to CENTCOM, no service members died aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. On August 3, a sailor fell into the sea, but was immediately pulled out safely. After this he was given necessary medical aid and sent out of the ship for further treatment.

It is wrong to link this incident to the death or suicide of seven soldiers. That is, in the official information revealed so far, there has been no confirmation of the death of any soldier on the ship.




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    The ship has been deployed at sea for a long time

    A major reason for controversy regarding Abraham Lincoln is his long deployment. According to reports, this aircraft carrier has been continuously deployed since November 2025 and has spent more than 260 days at sea. closer to the ship 5,000 sailors and marines Are present.

    Families of soldiers and some US lawmakers have expressed concern about such a long deployment. Apart from being away from home for long periods, questions have also been raised to lack of luggage on board, facilities and mental health of military personnel.

    Questions also raised on reports of sailors jumping into the sea

    Some American media reports have claimed that several sailors tried to jump into the sea. However, the US Navy has denied any increase in suicide cases.

    US Secretary of Defense pete hegseth Has also said that reports to poor conditions at Abraham Lincoln are being misrepresented. In such a situation, the difference between official statements and the claims going on in the media is clearly visible.

    Crew may get relief from long missions

    Amid the long deployment of Abraham Lincoln, pressure on the US Navy to relieve the crew is also increasing. According to officials, USS George Washington is being sent in place of Abraham Lincoln. This is expected to provide relief to the crew deployed at sea for a long time.

    What is the whole truth?

    Currently based on official information Claim of seven soldiers killed on USS Abraham Lincoln is false. On August 3, a sailor fell into the sea, but was rescued safely. However, the questions being raised regarding the ship's continuous deployment of more than 260 days and the mental health of the soldiers cannot be completely ignored. Long-term deployment at sea now appears to be a different challenge for the US Navy.


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