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Kushner, Witkoff Visit USS Abraham Lincoln After Oman Talks With Iran

The visit highlighted a dual track of diplomacy and deterrence.

Israel National News
An aerial view of the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group while operating at the Arabian Sea, escorted by two military replenishment ships and two U.S. Coast Guard vessels, as fighter jets from Carrier Air Wing Nine conducted flight operations overhead in the Arabian Sea, on February 6, 2026.
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Overview

  • The CENTCOM commander, Adm. Brad Cooper, invited them to the carrier to thank deployed U.S. personnel.
  • President Trump said the U.S. held “very good” indirect talks in Oman and indicated another round could happen early next week, though Iran said no date is set.
  • The U.S. military posture remains heightened with the Lincoln carrier strike group in the region as Washington preserves options.
  • A regional source said Oman and Iran were told in advance about the carrier visit, indicating deliberate signaling around the talks.
  • After the Oman meetings, the U.S. announced new sanctions on Iranian oil and 14 vessels, and CNN reported no decision has been made on potential strike options.