The USS Abraham Lincoln leads Operation Epic Fury, striking Iranian missile sites and securing global oil routes. It remains a key US deterrent against Tehran's regional ambitions.

'Global Reach': What the presence of the USS Abraham Lincoln means for Iran

The USS Abraham Lincoln is a nuclear-powered supercarrier deployed to the Middle East. Carrying up to 90 aircraft, it projects immense US military power. That is why it acts as the ultimate US base against Iran to deter regional threats.

'Floating city': Why the USS Abraham Lincoln is the ultimate US base against Iran

Speaking to reporters at Palm Beach, Trump claimed that the United States and Iran had reached ‘major points of agreement’ and confirmed that Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner participated in the talks.

‘US and Israel are trapped’: Iran trashes Trump’s ‘negotiation’ claims, vows crushing punishment

Joe Kent, the former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center who resigned on March 17, over the handling of the West Asia conflict and the direction of US policy, said the first step toward de-escalation must be restraining Israel’s military actions.

Israel strikes Tehran minutes after Trump’s ‘pause’; ex-US counterterrorism chief Joe Kent says ‘Step 1 in de-escalation must be…’

Brent crude fell over 15 per cent during the session, dropping to $96 per barrel and sliding below $100 for the first time since March 11, while the US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell 13.5 per cent, reaching a session low of $80.28.

Oil prices tumble, global stocks rally as Trump pauses Iran strikes

A US F-35A stealth jet made an emergency landing at a Middle East base after being struck by suspected Iranian fire on a combat mission.

The unthinkable happens: Why the 'unkillable' US F-35 was forced into an emergency landing

A US F-35 stealth jet survived a suspected Iranian strike during a combat mission, safely making an emergency landing at a Middle East base. The pilot remains in a stable condition.

'Damaged but stable': How the US F-35 survived an Iranian strike and safely landed at base

The USS Spruance uses its advanced SPY-1 radar to detect and destroy drone swarms. This Aegis system tracks multiple targets, protecting the USS Abraham Lincoln from aerial threats.

'Spotting the swarm': How the USS Spruance uses the SPY-1 radar to protect the USS Abraham Lincoln from drones

The USS Spruance forms a 50-mile defensive shield ahead of the USS Abraham Lincoln. Using advanced radar and interceptor missiles, the destroyer neutralises drones and protects the aircraft carrier.

'A 50-mile safety ring': Why the USS Spruance patrols so far ahead of the USS Abraham Lincoln

The USS Spruance uses its advanced 5-inch deck gun to provide critical close-combat protection for the USS Abraham Lincoln. Firing up to 20 rounds per minute, the destroyer neutralises immediate surface threats to secure the carrier strike group.

'The 5-inch deck gun': How the USS Spruance prepares for close combat to save the USS Abraham Lincoln

President Donald Trump has asked to postpone his highly anticipated summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping by a month. Originally scheduled for March 31 to April 2, the delay comes as the US pushes Beijing to help secure Strait of Hormuz, where oil transit has been throttled by IRGC threats.

Trump wants to delay trip to China, summit with Xi for ‘a month or so’. Here's why

The Indian Navy has deployed two dedicated warship task forces to the Gulf region. These forces are providing a security corridor for tankers and merchant vessels as they exit the volatile Strait of Hormuz.

Indian Navy dispatches two warship task forces to escort tankers after Hormuz transit

The US president claimed that Iran wants to make a deal to end the conflict; however, it is unclear who is speaking for Iran. “We don’t know their leaders,” he said.

Rubio to announce nations joining Hormuz coalition: Trump says Iran wants a deal

Trump said the US gets less than 1 per cent of its oil from the Strait of Hormuz and repeated his demands for other countries to help America in reopening the Waterway. 

‘Numerous countries on the way’ to Hormuz: Trump claims Iran is reduced to ‘paper tiger’

At the United Nations, the Islamic Republic vowed not to submit to "lawless aggression," and said its citizens were in "grave danger" from US and Israeli strikes. 

'Strait of Hormuz only closed for...': Araghchi says Iran ready to take war as far as necessary

A total of 550 Indian nationals have crossed into Armenia through the land border, while 90 Indians travelled into Azerbaijan from Iran via land border, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed during an inter-ministerial briefing on recent developments in West Asia.

Indians in Iran move into Armenia, Azerbaijan amid West Asia war as MEA facilitates land-border transit

After his call for international support to secure the Strait of Hormuz received a cold response, the US president walked back on his plan, saying 'we don't need it' as America is the largest producer of oil in the world.

'Maybe we shouldn't be there at all': Trump reconsiders plans to 'secure' Strait of Hormuz after calls for help go unanswered

The lesson from the current situation is that communication benefits from clearly articulating the objective early. Stakeholders want to understand what leadership is trying to achieve. 

The new grammar of Corporate Crisis Communication: Lessons from Middle East conflict

The USS Spruance acts as the ultimate shield for the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier. Armed with 96 missile cells, laser systems, and attack helicopters, this 9,200-tonne destroyer neutralises threats in the Arabian Sea.

'The ultimate wingman': Why USS Spruance is the most important warship sailing next to USS Abraham Lincoln

The USS Spruance uses the advanced Aegis Combat System and AN/SPY-1 radar to detect, track, and intercept Iranian drones and missiles, effectively shielding the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea.

'Radar lock': How USS Spruance spots incoming Iranian threats before they can reach USS Abraham Lincoln

Several Telegram channels circulated claims that Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, was targeted in the assassination. The Tasnim news agency said social media reports alleging an IRGC navy commander was targeted were false.

Two explosions rock southern Iran; Tehran denies IRGC navy commander assassination reports

Israel's Sayeret Matkal and Iran's Quds Force represent the peak of Middle Eastern covert warfare capabilities, differing sharply in doctrine and technology. While Israel prioritises high-tech precision raids, Iran focuses on asymmetric strategies and regional proxies to project power.

Who would win? Comparing the special forces of the Israel and Iran in case of a war

The US military likely possesses the technology to hack Iranian air defences. Advanced programmes like 'Suter' and the EA-18G’s Next Generation Jammer. The US can potentially disable or deceive Iran’s sensors without firing a missile.

Does the US have the technology to hack Iran’s air defence sensors and radars?

The USS Abraham Lincoln carries a formidable air wing of up to 90 aircraft, including the F-35C, but never the F-22 Raptor. The Raptor lacks the structural strength for catapult launches and arrested landings. Its delicate stealth coating cannot survive sea conditions. 

‘90 aircraft but no F-22 Raptors’: Why USS Abraham Lincoln cannot operate the twin engine fighter jet?

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'Global Reach': What the presence of the USS Abraham Lincoln means for Iran

Why the USS Abraham Lincoln is the ultimate US base against Iran

‘US, Israel trapped’: Iran rejects Trump’s ‘negotiation’ claims, vows punishment

Israel hits Tehran minutes after Trump’s ‘pause’; Joe Kent says ‘Step 1must be…’

Oil prices tumble, global stocks rally as Trump pauses Iran strikes

Why the 'unkillable' US F-35 was forced into an emergency landing

How the US F-35 survived an Iranian strike and safely landed at base

How USS Spruance uses the SPY-1 radar to protect USS Abraham Lincoln from drones

Why the USS Spruance patrols so far ahead of the USS Abraham Lincoln

How the USS Spruance prepares for close combat to save the USS Abraham Lincoln

Trump to delay trip to China, summit with Xi for ‘a month or so’. Here's why

Indian Navy deploys warship task forces to escort tankers after Hormuz transit

Rubio to announce nations joining Hormuz coalition: Trump says Iran wants a deal

‘Numerous countries on the way’ to Hormuz: Trump claims Iran is reduced to ‘paper tiger’

‘Strait of Hormuz only closed for…’: Araghchi says Iran ready for long war

Indians in Iran move to Armenia, Azerbaijan via land borders amid West Asia war

'Maybe we shouldn't be there at all': Trump reconsiders plans to 'secure' Hormuz

The new grammar of Corporate Crisis Communication: Lessons from conflict

Why USS Spruance is the most important warship sailing with USS Abraham Lincoln

How USS Spruance spots Iranian threats before they can reach USS Abraham Lincoln

Two explosions rock southern Iran; Tehran denies assassination reports

Who would win? Comparing special forces of the Israel and Iran in case of a war

Does the US have the technology to hack Iran’s air defence sensors and radars?

USS Abraham Lincoln’s 90 aircraft fleet: Why the F-22 is missing