U.S. Navy Engages Iranian Vessel Near USS Abraham Lincoln in Arabian Sea

When the cannon fire proved ineffective, a military helicopter was deployed, armed with AGM-114 Hellfire missiles. The helicopter successfully hit the Iranian vessel with two missiles. As of the latest reports, the condition of the ship and the fate of its crew are unknown, with no official details released on casualties or damage.

The USS Abraham Lincoln is operating in the Arabian Sea as the centerpiece of its carrier strike group, accompanied by destroyers including the USS Spruance and USS Michael Murphy. Additional guided-missile destroyers were also active in the area. The helicopter involved was likely either an MH-60R Seahawk, suited for anti-surface missions, or a Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper—though officials have not specified the exact type.

U.S. Central Command offered a terse response when contacted by CBS News: “We have nothing for you on this.” Such restraint is common in ongoing operations, where full details often emerge only after internal reviews.