Thai resort prepares for 5,000 sailors from USS Lincoln after Mideast deployment

The coastal city of Pattaya in Thailand is preparing for the arrival of approximately 5,000 sailors from the USS Lincoln aircraft carrier. The vessel, which has been deployed in the Middle East for an extended period, is scheduled to make its first port call since November. Reports indicate that the stop comes amid concerns regarding the mental health of the crew aboard the ship. According to the Times of Israel, this visit is intended to provide a period of rest and recuperation for the personnel serving on the aircraft carrier.