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Top Admiral Praises Sailors but Concedes Hardships After Visit to U.S.S. Lincoln

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Defense Department category. Published on August 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Helene Cooper. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Admiral Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, acknowledged the difficulty of the carrier’s nearly nine-month deployment but said mental health issues were lower than on other vessels.
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