Iranian drone swarms pose 'credible threat' to USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group, defense expert says

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Emma Bussey,Jennifer GriffinJanuary 26, 2026 at 03:00 AM

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According to drone expert Cameron Chell, Iranian drone swarms pose a credible threat to U.S. naval assets, particularly the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group, which is headed to the Middle East. Chell warns that Iran's low-cost drones can overwhelm traditional defenses through saturation attacks. The warning comes as the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group has not yet entered the U.S. Central Command's area of responsibility in the Indian Ocean, but is close to doing so. The U.S. is reinforcing its military presence in the region by air, land, and sea due to growing instability inside Iran, including deploying F-15 fighter jets and C-17 aircraft. While the U.S. and allies are developing defenses, uncertainty remains about the ability to manage multiple Iranian drones flying in formation.

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