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Thai resort prepares to host USS Abraham Lincoln sailors after more than 270 days at sea 1 September 2026 at 11:30

Thai resort prepares to host USS Abraham Lincoln sailors after more than 270 days at sea

By: Guardian staff and agencies in Pattaya

1 September 2026 at 11:30

Security stepped up in Pattaya before arrival of thousands of sailors and marines whose deployment was extended due to US war in Iran

Authorities in the Thai resort city of Pattaya have stepped up security as they prepare to welcome thousands of sailors and marines from the USS Abraham Lincoln who have spent more than 270 consecutive days at sea.

“About 600 officials will provide security and other necessary assistance,” the provincial governor, Narit Niramaiwong, told AFP.

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Thai resort prepares to host USS Abraham Lincoln sailors after more than 270 days at sea 1 September 2026 at 11:30

Thai resort prepares to host USS Abraham Lincoln sailors after more than 270 days at sea

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By: Guardian staff and agencies in Pattaya

1 September 2026 at 11:30

Security stepped up in Pattaya before arrival of thousands of sailors and marines whose deployment was extended due to US war in Iran

Authorities in the Thai resort city of Pattaya have stepped up security as they prepare to welcome thousands of sailors and marines from the USS Abraham Lincoln who have spent more than 270 consecutive days at sea.

“About 600 officials will provide security and other necessary assistance,” the provincial governor, Narit Niramaiwong, told AFP.

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USS Abraham Lincoln to visit port in Thailand after more than 250 days at sea 27 August 2026 at 18:05

USS Abraham Lincoln to visit port in Thailand after more than 250 days at sea

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By: Anna Betts

27 August 2026 at 18:05

Thai navy says ‘routine’ visit’ will allow personnel to rest and recuperate amid reports of poor conditions onboard

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier is set to make a temporary stop in Thailand next week as it heads back to the United States, Thai navy officials said, after spending more than 250 consecutive days at sea supporting US operations against Iran amid recent reports of poor living conditions and low morale onboard the vessel.

The Lincoln left the Middle East several days ago after being relieved by the USS George Washington, and is now heading home to San Diego. A Thai navy official told Reuters this week that the carrier was expected to make a brief port visit in Thailand next week for the crew to rest and recuperate before continuing their journey home.

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South African police arrest two Thai men for allegedly smuggling parrot eggs 26 August 2026 at 18:09

South African police arrest two Thai men for allegedly smuggling parrot eggs

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By: Rachel Savage in Johannesburg

26 August 2026 at 18:09

Bird eggs intercepted in homemade incubators at Johannesburg airport as officials try to halt wildlife trafficking

South African police have arrested two Thai nationals in separate incidents for allegedly attempting to smuggle endangered parrot eggs out of the country as authorities try to stem the tide of wildlife trafficking.

A 50-year-old Thai national was arrested at OR Tambo international airport in Johannesburg on 20 August, carrying 50 bird eggs in a homemade incubator in a hand-luggage bag, South Africa’s environment ministry said in a statement.