Eastern Thailand province; capital of the same name.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has made a brief port call at Laem Chabang, Thailand, allowing about 5,000 sailors and Marines to rest after a record, months-long deployment supporting US operations against Iran. Thai authorities are managing transport, security and restrictions in Pattaya while US officials deny widespread failures in shipboard conditions.
The USS Lincoln has completed more than 250 consecutive days at sea while supporting operations against Iran. It is heading toward a brief port call in Thailand for rest and recuperation before returning to San Diego. Crew stress and shortages have raised concerns about living conditions aboard the carrier.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has docked in Pattaya, Thailand after a record long deployment in the Middle East. More than 5,000 U.S. service members are visiting Pattaya, drawn by potential economic benefits and heightened police presence. Officials warn about possible risks to health and exploitation, while locals anticipate a short-term economic boost.
The USS Lincoln has arrived in Thai waters after a record-breaking deployment of 286 days at sea, amid reports of crew stress and food shortages. Sailors are heading home as another port stop nears, while vendors and locals in Pattaya react to the visit.
A gunman, believed to be the victim’s husband, shot inside Nongplalai Municipal Kindergarten in Chonburi province, Thailand. All 44 students and staff were evacuated; the suspect has surrendered after an 18-hour standoff. Authorities are reviewing gun regulations amid a spike in Thai school violence.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has arrived in Pattaya, Thailand, for rest and recovery after a record-long deployment at sea in the US-Israel war on Iran. Sailors and Marines are being released in staggered groups, and officials say the crew is looking forward to Thai food and downtime, while questions about living conditions and isolation persist.