Following the recent killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, the Revolutionary Guards announced that they targeted the USS Abraham Lincoln, an American aircraft carrier, with ballistic missiles in the Gulf. They proclaimed that four missiles struck the vessel, expressing their intent to turn the area into a 'graveyard' for what they termed 'terrorist aggressors.' This development has escalated tensions in the region significantly, especially in the context of ongoing conflicts and military presence in the Gulf region.

In stark contrast, the US authorities, including CENTCOM, have categorically denied these allegations. A statement issued by CENTCOM labeled the claims as a 'lie,' stating that the USS Abraham Lincoln was not hit and that the missiles did not come close to their target. The US military continues to assert that operations are ongoing from the carrier to support US interests and ensure the safety of American citizens in the region while addressing threats posed by Iran.

The claim by the Revolutionary Guards appears to be part of a broader narrative following the death of the Supreme Leader, which is likely intended to rally domestic support and signal Iran's resistance against US military forces. However, the lack of evidence supporting the missile strike and the immediate rebuttal from CENTCOM suggest a complex and fraught military standoff, with potential risks of further escalation between the US and Iran in the Gulf region.