🚢 U.S. Navy Oil Tanker Damaged at Sea in the Middle East

The USNS Big Horn, a critical refueling vessel, has suffered significant damage while at sea, complicating the U.S. Navy’s operations in the Middle East. The incident occurred early Tuesday in the Arabian Sea, where the tanker was traveling with an aircraft carrier strike group. While the exact cause is still under investigation, flooding was reported in one of the ship’s compartments. The good news: all 80 crew members are safe. 👏 This incident comes amid rising tensions in the region, with hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah threatening to escalate. The Big Horn plays a vital role in refueling Navy vessels, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, which relies on support to maintain its aircraft operations. The Navy may face challenges conducting sea-based refueling in the near future, potentially impacting its deterrence mission in the area. 🌊 Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation. The U.S. Navy is taking steps to assess the damage and find solutions to co