Thomas Suen and Chalinee ThirasupaSep 2, 2026 – 4.46pmLaem Chabang, Thailand | The US Navy aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln steamed into Thailand on Wednesday after 286 days at sea, with some 5000 sailors and marines ready to hit the beach town of Pattaya for long-awaited shore leave.The Lincoln was deployed in November last year and was involved in the US naval blockade and combat operations in the war with Iran. It set a modern-day record for consecutive days at sea, according to ​Democratic lawmakers, amid reports of mental health concerns and deteriorating conditions on board.Bloomberg and ReutersSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles