Iran Claims to Have Launched Missiles at US Aircraft Carrier Lincoln

Source: Global Times
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On the evening of the 6th local time, the Iranian Army's Public Relations Department announced that the Iranian Army and Navy missile systems launched a coastal-to-sea missile at the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier "Lincoln." (CCTV reporters Li Jiannan and Zhang Zhuoya)

Classification
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
1 missile system
Activity
Iranian forces launched a missile at the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Lincoln
Location
Persian Gulf
Unit
Iranian Army, Iranian Navy
Time
Evening of the 6th
Equipment
coastal anti-ship missile
Summary

Iranian forces launched a coastal anti-ship missile at the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Lincoln in the Persian Gulf on the evening of the 6th. This action reflects escalating military tensions between Iran and the United States.

Key Facts
  • Iranian forces launched a coastal anti-ship missile
  • Target was the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Lincoln
  • The incident occurred on the evening of the 6th
  • Reported by Iranian Army public relations
  • Indicates heightened military tensions in the region