USS Harry S. Truman Collides Besiktas-M

The Harry S. Truman, a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier of the United States Navy, collided with the merchant vessel Beşiktaş J.K. near Egypt — Port Said, Egypt, in the Mediterranean Sea on February 12. The incident occurred around 11:46 p.m. local time. While there were no reported injuries or flooding on the Harry S. Truman, and its propulsion systems remain unaffected, the carrier did sustain some damage above the waterline. The Beşiktaş J.K. is believed to have sustained more significant damage. The collision is currently under investigation by the United States Navy to determine the circumstances and fault. The Harry S. Truman was reportedly en route to the Red Sea, potentially to monitor developments related to Houthi threats against shipping.