Greek forces reportedly manning AA missile system in Saudi Arabia; F-16s participating in multinational exercises
The European Union’s defense ministers last week agreed to field an operation, code-named “Aspides”, in the Red Sea against rebel Houthi attacks on shipping.
The EU is planning to field a military presence, primarily naval vessels, in the Rea Sea to protect shipping lanes and commercial vessels from attacks by the north Yemen-based Houthi rebels
Athens has been closely following the situation in the Red Sea and threats to maritime shipping from attacks by the Yemen-based Houthi rebels
The objective is to secure the free passage through this vital maritime "artery," against the backdrop of ongoing Israeli attacks in Gaza and assaults on commercial ships by the Houthi rebels in Yemen
The Malta-flagged ship sustained “minor damage”, according to maritime sources
As reported by the Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation (ERT), Greece will deploy frigates within the framework of the International Maritime Operation Prosperity Guardian in the Red Sea
Maersk expects delays of two to four weeks for European destinations
The Maritime Affairs Minister said he was in favor of greek military ships taking part in the initiative