USS Abraham Lincoln Navigates South China Sea Amidst Tensions

The USS Abraham Lincoln has departed Malaysia and is now in the South China Sea, accompanied by its escorts, as part of its ongoing deployment. This movement coincides with increased naval activity in the region, including Russian and Chinese military operations. A Russian surface action group and submarine have entered the South China Sea after port visits in Southeast Asia, while Chinese naval vessels have been tracked near Japan. Additionally, a U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon conducted a transit through the Taiwan Strait, drawing criticism from China.