The European Union (EU) announced that its military assets were able to carry out a series of protection operations for commercial ships and successfully secure their passage in the Red Sea, west of Yemen.

The European Union naval mission (EUNAVFOR ASPIDES) said in a tweet on its account on the “X” platform, on Saturday: “The Greek frigate (SPETSAI) and the Italian destroyer (CAIO DUILIO) succeeded in completing a series of close protection operations for commercial ships during the days.” The last in the area of ​​operations."

She added that her efforts “contribute to preserving local natural resources, and supporting regional prosperity and economic growth for all countries bordering the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden by securing vital maritime trade routes.”

ASPEDS confirmed that it acts as a reliable maritime security provider with the aim of contributing to freedom of navigation and the safety of seafarers, thanks to “the coordinated efforts of all EU military maritime assets”