Landing on the USS Abraham Lincoln requires violently decelerating from 150 mph using steel cables. Conversely, the USS Tripoli relies on advanced STOVL technology, meaning F-35B stealth pilots must hover and execute a vertical descent onto the deck.

Landing on the USS Abraham Lincoln requires violently decelerating from 150 mph using steel cables. Conversely, the USS Tripoli relies on advanced STOVL technology, meaning F-35B stealth pilots must hover and execute a vertical descent onto the deck.

How is landing a fighter jet on USS Abraham Lincoln different from USS Tripoli?

By leveraging advanced vertical hover technology, the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli recovers $109 million worth of F-35B stealth fighters without relying on complex hydraulic arresting gear

By leveraging advanced vertical hover technology, the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli recovers $109 million worth of F-35B stealth fighters without relying on complex hydraulic arresting gear

Why F-35B stealth jets don't need arresting cables on the USS Tripoli

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) received supplies in the Arabian Sea amid a US naval blockade. This comes after viral claims of food shortages on American ships, which the US denied.

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) received supplies in the Arabian Sea amid a US naval blockade. This comes after viral claims of food shortages on American ships, which the US denied.

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Sailors say “hungry all the time,” but US Navy denies shortages on USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli. What’s the truth?

US Navy rejects reports of food shortages on USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli as crew complaints and logistics questions surface

‘Hungry all the time’? US Navy calls USS Abraham Lincoln, USS Tripoli food shortage claims ‘fake news’

Iran on Friday (Apr 17) mocked the United States for feeding its soldiers pitiful portions, as reports suggest that US warships deployed in the Middle East are battling food shortages. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in Sierra Leone shared images showing meagre food portions allegedly being served to US troops. The post took aim at Washington's role in the region, referring to American soldiers as "Israel’s foot soldiers" amid the Iran war. "They sure get to die for them, though!," it added mockingly. This comes as concerns grow among families of service members over dwindling supplies and declining morale at sea.<h2>'They sure get to die for them, though!'</h2>Amid the Iran war, Iran has significantly stepped up its meme warfare, posting a spate of posts, including videos, trolling both of its adversaries: the US and Iran. On Day 47 of the conflict in West Asia, Iran took aim at the food being served to active duty personnel. "No goodies on the table for Israel's foot soldiers..." it said."They sure get to die for them, though!," added the post. Since the war began on February 28, at least 13 US soldiers have been killed, and another 365 have been injured.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-hungry-all-the-time-uss-tripoli-and-uss-abraham-lincoln-crews-report-food-shortages-amid-supply-delays-amid-deployment-in-middle-east-1776387104914">'Hungry all the time': USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln crews report food shortages amid supply delays amid deployment in Middle East</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">No goodies on the table for Israel&#39;s 🇺🇸 foot soldiers... They sure get to die for them, though! <a href="https://t.co/zklCMGTNGe">pic.twitter.com/zklCMGTNGe</a>&mdash; Iran Embassy in Sierra Leone (@IRANinSalone) <a href="https://twitter.com/IRANinSalone/status/2044938546461507903?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 17, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Reports flag alarming food shortages at sea</h2>The remarks come as accounts from families and service members suggest that conditions aboard ships like the USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln have become increasingly strained.Dan F, whose daughter is a Marine stationed on the Tripoli, said he was alarmed after seeing a photo of her meal. "A lunch tray, two-thirds empty," he told USA Today, describing a portion that included "one small scoop of shredded meat and a single folded tortilla."Another image, reportedly from the Abraham Lincoln, showed what was described as a limited serving, a small portion of vegetables alongside processed meat.<h2>Families raise concerns</h2>Relatives of deployed personnel say food supplies are being rationed as conditions tighten.Dan said his daughter told him fresh produce is no longer available and that provisions are running low. "We have the strongest military in the world. You shouldn’t be running out of food," he said.A sailor aboard the Tripoli echoed similar concerns in a message home, saying crew members are eating irregularly and sharing portions. "Supplies are going to get really low… morale is going to be at an all-time low," the message said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-fake-jesus-iran-turns-trump-s-deleted-ai-image-into-a-viral-lego-diss-track-amid-pope-row-in-pics-1776326285612">'Fake Jesus!': Iran turns Trump's deleted AI-image into a viral LEGO diss track amid Pope row | In pics</a><h2>Mail disruptions add pressure</h2>Efforts by families to send food and essential items have also been affected. The United States Postal Service has suspended deliveries to 27 military ZIP codes in the region, citing airspace closures and logistical disruptions linked to the ongoing conflict.According to US Army spokesperson, Maj. Travis Shaw, the suspension will remain in place "until further notice." Packages already sent, including food and hygiene supplies, are being held until delivery becomes possible. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Iran mocks US over food shortages amid Iran war: Images of the food being served to crews aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli have gone viral, raising concerns about conditions at sea. 

Is this just propaganda—or a real sign of strain inside the US military?

Iran on Friday (Apr 17) mocked the United States for feeding its soldiers pitiful portions, as reports suggest that US warships deployed in the Middle East are battling food shortages. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in Sierra Leone shared images showing meagre food portions allegedly being served to US troops. The post took aim at Washington's role in the region, referring to American soldiers as "Israel’s foot soldiers" amid the Iran war. "They sure get to die for them, though!," it added mockingly. This comes as concerns grow among families of service members over dwindling supplies and declining morale at sea. 'They sure get to die for them, though!' Amid the Iran war, Iran has significantly stepped up its meme warfare, posting a spate of posts, including videos, trolling both of its adversaries: the US and Iran. On Day 47 of the conflict in West Asia, Iran took aim at the food being served to active duty personnel. "No goodies on the table for Israel's foot soldiers..." it said. "They sure get to die for them, though!," added the post. Since the war began on February 28, at least 13 US soldiers have been killed, and another 365 have been injured. Also read | 'Hungry all the time': USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln crews report food shortages amid supply delays amid deployment in Middle East

Iran mocks US over food shortages amid Iran war: Images of the food being served to crews aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli have gone viral, raising concerns about conditions at sea.&nbsp;Is this just propaganda—or a real sign of strain inside the US military?

'They sure get to die for them, though!': Iran mocks reports of food shortages on USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln

The $3.4 billion USS Tripoli is named after the 1805 Battle of Derna during the First Barbary War. It honours the first overseas victory of the US Marine Corps, where eight Marines and a mercenary army captured a key fortress in present-day Libya.


The $3.4 billion USS Tripoli is named after the 1805 Battle of Derna during the First Barbary War. It honours the first overseas victory of the US Marine Corps, where eight Marines and a mercenary army captured a key fortress in present-day Libya.

‘Honour to US Marines’: What is USS Tripoli named after?

The USS Tripoli operates as a 'Lightning Carrier', packing up to 20 F-35B stealth fighters. Utilising vertical takeoff technology, this aerial wing allows the US to bypass Iranian air defences and execute deep precision strikes.


The USS Tripoli operates as a 'Lightning Carrier', packing up to 20 F-35B stealth fighters. Utilising vertical takeoff technology, this aerial wing allows the US to bypass Iranian air defences and execute deep precision strikes.

‘No runway needed’: How USS Tripoli’s F-35Bs could reshape the war against Iran

Iran’s Fattah missile can severely threaten the USS Tripoli. While it manoeuvres to evade radars, hitting a moving warship requires complex targeting. The US counters this using Aegis destroyers, electronic decoys, and SM-6 interceptors.


Iran’s Fattah missile can severely threaten the USS Tripoli. While it manoeuvres to evade radars, hitting a moving warship requires complex targeting. The US counters this using Aegis destroyers, electronic decoys, and SM-6 interceptors.

Can Iran sink the USS Tripoli with its hypersonic ‘Fattah’ missiles?

Carrying 3,500 Marines and F-35 stealth fighters, the USS Tripoli has arrived in the Middle East, raising speculation of a US ground assault on Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal.


Carrying 3,500 Marines and F-35 stealth fighters, the USS Tripoli has arrived in the Middle East, raising speculation of a US ground assault on Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal.

Is a US ground invasion imminent? Why the USS Tripoli just anchored near Iran's oil lifeline

The USS Tripoli uses a highly advanced, multi-layered defence network to neutralise sea-skimming missile threats.

The USS Tripoli uses a highly advanced, multi-layered defence network to neutralise sea-skimming missile threats.

‘Sea-skimming missile threats’: Can USS Tripoli stop Iranian low-flying cruise missiles?

The USS Tripoli cost Rs 28,000 crore to build and carries an air wing worth an additional $3 billion. Deployed to the Middle East with 3,500 troops, operating this massive amphibious assault ship costs millions of dollars every single day.


The USS Tripoli cost Rs 28,000 crore to build and carries an air wing worth an additional $3 billion. Deployed to the Middle East with 3,500 troops, operating this massive amphibious assault ship costs millions of dollars every single day.

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The US and Iran continue to exchange blows, even beyond the battlefield, as the war of optics appears equally important amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. On Sunday, March 29, Iran's military released another video in which its spokesperson, Lieutenant-Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaghari, issued a warning to the US, saying that if Americans attempted a ground invasion, the consequences would be dire.


US-Iran War: Tehran Warns American Troops That They Will 'Leave in Coffins' 

The US Central Command has announced that USS Tripoli, carrying a task force of 3,500 Marines and sailors have reached West Asia on March 27. The war between the US and Iran reached the 30th day. The amphibious assault vessel was redirected from its home base in Sasebo, Japan. It made a brief stop at the Diego Garcia base before entering the war theatre. The US CENTCOM has confirmed it in a social media post as US President Donald Trump prepares to deploy troops in West Asia. This is the latest development as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the US could achieve its objective in Iran without deploying ground troops.<h2>What is the USS Tripoli?&nbsp;</h2>USS Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship that consists of “the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit composed of about 3,500 Sailors and Marines, in addition to transport and strike fighter aircraft, as well as amphibious assault and tactical assets.” It is 844 feet in length, with a speed of over 20 knots, and a displacement capacity of approximately 44,000 long tons. It has the capability of carrying at least 20 F-35B stealth fighters, along with MV-22 Osprey aircraft and helicopters.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cyclone-narelle-red-sky-western-australia-explained-1774758985341">Apocalyptic' red sky in Australia ahead of Tropical Cyclone Narelle</a><h2>What other naval assets are there in the Persian Gulf?</h2>The US CENTCOM has already deployed the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Gerald Ford in the West Asian theatre of war. The British Royal Navy has deployed HMS Anson to the northern Arabian Sea. USS Gerald Ford has recently exited the West Asian theatre to Split, Croatia, on March 28, 2026. There were several claims from Iran affilated news outlets of a successful strike on the USS Gerald Ford. However, CENTCOM on March 12 denied such claims, it said that a "non-combat-related" fire had broken out in the ship's main laundry facility, so it moved for repair and maintenance purposes. The US has further announced the mobilisation of the 82nd Airborne Division of 1,000-3,000 paratroopers led by Major General Brandon Tegtmeier.&nbsp;<h2>What are the objectives?</h2>The objectives were not clearly articulated. But several reports suggest that the US is preparing for an assault on the Kharg Island, the main port for Iranian oil export, and to secure the vital trade choke point Strait of Hormuz.&nbsp;&nbsp;

USS Tripoli reaches West Asia with 3,500 Marines as US-Iran war escalates. Here’s what the warship carries and the latest military developments.

The US Central Command has announced that USS Tripoli, carrying a task force of 3,500 Marines and sailors have reached West Asia on March 27. The war between the US and Iran reached the 30th day. The amphibious assault vessel was redirected from its home base in Sasebo, Japan. It made a brief stop at the Diego Garcia base before entering the war theatre. The US CENTCOM has confirmed it in a social media post as US President Donald Trump prepares to deploy troops in West Asia. This is the latest development as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the US could achieve its objective in Iran without deploying ground troops. What is the USS Tripoli? USS Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship that consists of “the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit composed of about 3,500 Sailors and Marines, in addition to transport and strike fighter aircraft, as well as amphibious assault and tactical assets.” It is 844 feet in length, with a speed of over 20 knots, and a displacement capacity of approximately 44,000 long tons. It has the capability of carrying at least 20 F-35B stealth fighters, along with MV-22 Osprey aircraft and helicopters. Also read: Apocalyptic' red sky in Australia ahead of Tropical Cyclone Narelle What other naval assets are there in the Persian Gulf? The US CENTCOM has already deployed the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Gerald Ford in the West Asian theatre of war. The British Royal Navy has deployed HMS Anson to the northern Arabian Sea. USS Gerald Ford has recently exited the West Asian theatre to Split, Croatia, on March 28, 2026. There were several claims from Iran affilated news outlets of a successful strike on the USS Gerald Ford. However, CENTCOM on March 12 denied such claims, it said that a "non-combat-related" fire had broken out in the ship's main laundry facility, so it moved for repair and maintenance purposes. The US has further announced the mobilisation of the 82nd Airborne Division of 1,000-3,000 paratroopers led by Major General Brandon Tegtmeier. What are the objectives? The objectives were not clearly articulated. But several reports suggest that the US is preparing for an assault on the Kharg Island, the main port for Iranian oil export, and to secure the vital trade choke point Strait of Hormuz.

USS Tripoli reaches West Asia with 3,500 Marines as US-Iran war escalates. Here’s what the warship carries and the latest military developments.

US deploys 3,500 troops to West Asia as USS Tripoli enters Iran war theatre

The U.S. Navy has deployed the USS Tripoli, a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship, to West Asia amid escalating tensions in the region. The move comes as part of efforts to enhance U.S. military presence, protect shipping lanes such as the Strait of Hormuz, and safeguard American interests in the Gulf.

US-Iran War: U.S. Deploys USS Tripoli to West Asia Amid Rising Tensions

The USS Tripoli, an amphibious assault ship, has arrived at Sydney harbour during routine operations in the Indo-Pacific region.

USS Tripoli arrives at Sydney harbour

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US deploys 3,500 troops to West Asia as USS Tripoli enters Iran war theatre

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USS Tripoli arrives at Sydney harbour