Landing Ship Springs Leaks, Sinks In Java Sea

An Indonesian naval ship has sunk off the coast of Kangean Island in the Java Sea, reports the Jakarta Post.

On Tuesday, the Teluk Jakarta tank landing ship suffered a number of leaks while conducting logistics operations in the region before sinking in waters 295 feet (90 m) deep, the navy said.

Waves reached heights of 8 feet (2.5 m) to 13 feet (4 m) at the time.

All 55 crewmembers escaped safely and were rescued by nearby civilian ships, the service said.