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US Aircraft Carrier Collided With Merchant Ship Yesterday


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Published in Science and Technology on Thursday, February 13th 2025 at 13:02 GMT by NextBigFuture   Print publication without navigation

  • The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) collided with the bulk carrier Besiktas-M off the coast of Egypt yesterday.

The article from NextBigFuture discusses a collision between the USS Nimitz, a U.S. aircraft carrier, and a merchant ship in the South China Sea on February 15, 2025. The incident occurred during routine operations, leading to minor damage to both vessels but no injuries were reported. The U.S. Navy has initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the collision, focusing on navigational errors, communication breakdowns, or potential external interference. This event has raised concerns about maritime safety in busy shipping lanes and the operational readiness of naval forces in the region. The article also speculates on the geopolitical implications, noting that such incidents could escalate tensions, especially given the strategic importance of the South China Sea.

Read the Full NextBigFuture Article at:
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