The American aircraft carrier USS Harry Truman collided with the Turkish merchant vessel Besiktas-M in the Mediterranean Sea near the port of Said. This was reported by the press service of the Sixth Fleet of the US Navy. According to preliminary data, there were no casualties as a result of the incident, but both ships received damage, the nature of which is being clarified. 

The collision occurred during the maneuvering of the ships in a narrow section of the water area. The causes of the incident are still unknown, but an investigation is underway to establish all the circumstances of the incident. A representative of the Sixth Fleet noted that the situation is under control, and the aircraft carrier continues to carry out its tasks as part of the operational deployment. 

Besiktas-M is a Turkish merchant vessel specializing in the transportation of goods in the Mediterranean region. According to the navigation portal, the vessel was heading towards the port of Alexandria. At the time of the collision, it was moving at low speed. 

USS Harry Truman is one of the largest aircraft carriers in the United States Navy. It is part of the Sixth Fleet, based in the Mediterranean Sea. The aircraft carrier often participates in operations to ensure the security of sea routes and fulfill NATO strategic tasks in the region. 

Experts note that collisions of ships in this area are rare, but possible due to the high congestion of sea routes and heavy ship traffic. The Mediterranean Sea is an important trade route, and the Port Said area is a key point for the passage of ships heading to the Suez Canal. 

According to experts, the preliminary investigation may take several days. The main focus will be on analyzing the actions of the crews of both vessels, the technical condition of the navigation equipment and the weather conditions at the time of the incident. 

US Navy officials have assured that the incident will not affect the USS Harry Truman's strategic missions in the region.

"We continue to fulfill our obligations to our allies and ensure freedom of navigation in international waters.", — the fleet representative emphasized.