The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln docked in Pattaya, Thailand after more than 200 days at sea and an extended deployment in the Middle East. ^[1] Families of sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln claimed that some crew members had tried to jump overboard due to desperation after months on board. ^[2] The USS Abraham Lincoln left its home port of San Diego in November and was later redirected to the Middle East to support military operations in the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. ^[3] The USS Abraham Lincoln's stop in Pattaya follows weeks of reports of deteriorating mental health among the crew and shortages of supplies. ^[4] The carrier was originally deployed for a six-month mission in the Pacific Ocean but was redirected to the Middle East following the start of US and Israeli military operations against Iran in late February. ^[5] The ship, which carries nearly 5,000 crew members, is currently anchored near the beach resort of Pattaya. ^[6] The US Navy acknowledged that working conditions were difficult, citing reports of food shortages and psychological stress among the crew. ^[7] Approximately 5,000 American military personnel are expected to visit the area for leave following the ship's arrival. ^[8] Thai authorities express concern that the sailors might engage in misconduct while in the city, which is known for sex tourism. ^[9] Extended deployment caused severe fatigue among the crew, with reports indicating that one sailor attempted suicide due to depression. ^[10] The US Navy ordered the USS George Washington to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East region to facilitate the rotation. ^[11] The USS Abraham Lincoln had been deployed to the Middle East since November 2025, engaging in continuous sea operations for over 200 days due to tensions between the US and Iran. ^[12]