Iran’s state media claims the navy fired coastal cruise missiles at the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group, releasing footage of the alleged launch and saying the US fleet was forced to change position. Iranian commanders said the carrier was being tracked continuously and warned it would be targeted once inside missile range. There is no confirmation from the United States so far.

US President Donald Trump claimed that American Patriot air defence systems intercepted 100 Iranian missiles during a high speed attack targeting a critical asset. According to Trump, not a single missile penetrated US defences, highlighting the effectiveness of the Patriot system. The statement follows Iranian claims that cruise missiles were launched at the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group, forcing the fleet to reposition. Tehran also warned of further strikes if US naval forces approach Iranian waters. The escalation comes as missile and drone exchanges intensify across the Middle East, with additional US military assets reportedly deployed to strengthen regional defence networks.