USS Tripoli
Coverage of USS Tripoli in the Nexus archive.
- Families of US sailors denounce Trump and Hegseth for ‘dismissing their experiences and calling them liars’
Naval families with loved ones deployed on US warships amid the Iran war reacted with fury after Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth dismissed their concerns about extreme pressures and dire conditions. The Guardian reported speaking to three naval families who were following the physical and mental stresses bearing down on their relatives.
- Iran blockade ‘going global’ is a warning signal to China and Russia
The US has blockaded 39 vessels heading to Iran since April 13, with President Donald Trump stating the blockade has been effective. The move is seen as a warning signal to China and Russia, who import significant amounts of oil from Iran. The blockade has military impact beyond the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran live updates: Marines from USS Tripoli seized Iranian vessel, CENTCOM says
U.S. Marines from the USS Tripoli seized an Iranian vessel, as reported by CENTCOM. President Donald Trump announced 'major combat operations' against Iran on Feb. 28, involving joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
- US Navy officials slam 'false' claims that USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln crews are facing food shortages... after grim images of their meals emerge
US Navy officials have denied false claims of food shortages on the USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln following the release of grim meal images. The Navy is addressing the situation, but the images have sparked concern.
- US Navy officials slam 'false' claims that USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln crews are facing food shortages... after grim images of their meals emerge
US Navy officials have denied 'false' claims of food shortages on the USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln after grim images of their meals surfaced. The Navy emphasized that the allegations are inaccurate despite the concerning visual evidence.
- US Navy releases photos of 'fresh meals,' pushes back on reports of food shortages on Middle East warships
The U.S. Navy released photos of fresh meals on the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli to counter claims of food shortages during Operation Epic Fury. Pentagon officials, including Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle, dismissed the reports as 'fake news,' confirming sufficient food supplies for deployed crews.
- US Navy releases photos of 'fresh meals,' pushes back on reports of food shortages on Middle East warships
The U.S. Navy released photos of 'fresh meals' on the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli to counter claims of food shortages, with high-ranking officials like Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Admiral Daryl Caudle dismissing the reports as 'fake news.' The Navy emphasized that sailors receive fully portioned, nutritionally balanced meals with no shortages.