Collision in Egyptian Waters: U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Incident

A U.S. Navy aircraft carrier collided with a merchant vessel near Egypt. The nuclear-powered USS Harry S. Truman remains stable with no injuries reported. The collision occurred near Port Said, with no impact on the carrier's propulsion or safety. Investigations into the incident are underway.

In a maritime incident near Egypt, a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier collided with a merchant vessel, according to a statement from the U.S. military on Thursday.

The nuclear-powered USS Harry S. Truman, identified as the carrier involved in the collision, remained stable with no injuries or flooding reported. The crash occurred late Wednesday near Port Said, Egypt.

The U.S. Navy assured that the propulsion plants of the Harry S. Truman were unaffected and in a safe, stable condition. The circumstances of the collision are currently under investigation as the Navy works to ensure the continued safety of its operations in the region.