The US Navy aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln pulled back to roughly 1,400 km (870 miles) off Iran's coast while negotiations proceeded on Friday.

Movement details

According to official notices, the carrier altered its position and increased distance from Iran's coastline during ongoing diplomatic exchanges on Friday.

The repositioning placed the vessel at an estimated distance of 1,400 km from Iran, equivalent to about 870 miles, reducing its proximity in the region.

Context of the repositioning

Officials described the maneuver as responsive to the concurrent diplomatic activity and indicated it reflected a temporary operational adjustment rather than a permanent redeployment.

Naval authorities said the change aimed to balance force posture with developments ashore while talks were underway, without specifying a new long-term stationing plan.

Implications and next steps

The carrier strike group's exact future movements will depend on assessments of regional security dynamics and the outcomes of diplomatic engagements following Friday's discussions.

Military and diplomatic teams are expected to monitor the situation closely and adjust force disposition in line with any changes in the operational or diplomatic environment.