U.S. carrier strike group enters Middle East region after Iran commander warns U.S. its forces have "finger on the trigger"

January 26, 2026

TL;DR

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group has moved into the Central Command region, which includes Iran.
This movement occurs as Iran renews warnings, with the Revolutionary Guard commander stating readiness to act.
The strike group includes the USS Abraham Lincoln and three guided missile destroyers, carrying various aircraft and helicopters.
President Trump had previously announced a "massive fleet" was heading towards Iran, although he expressed hope it wouldn't be used.
Iranian officials, including Gen. Mohammad Pakpour and Gen. Reza Talaei-Nik, have warned the U.S. and Israel against miscalculation or attack.
Trump has previously warned Iran against the killing of demonstrators and mass executions of arrested protestors.

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