France pushes for a naval force to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while most European powers refuse to deploy. Greece signals strategic support but stops short of joining a potential mission in the Persian Gulf.

Ministers are also set to discuss whether the mandate of the EU’s small naval mission 'Operation Aspides' could be expanded or refocused to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

FT: Expansion of EU Naval Mission in Strait of Hormuz Under Consideration

The warship entered the Red Sea on Monday, according to the VIMAtodotis column of To Vima.

The defense minister also visited the Greek frigate Spetsai, which is participating in Operation ASPIDES, while in the port of Djibouti.