Senegal - November 29, 2025 A Turkish-owned oil tanker operated by Beşiktaş Denizcilik began sinking off the coast of Senegal, according to media reports on Saturday. The circumstances leading to the incident remain unclear, and Senegalese authorities have yet to release an official statement. Tracking data cited in local reports indicates that the vessel previously docked at the Russian port of Taman in August before sailing toward West Africa, where it remained stationary for an extended period. Maritime experts say questions remain over why the tanker was idle for so long and whether mechanical failure, hull damage, or external factors contributed to the emergency. An investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the sinking.