

One month into the Operation (launched on 19 February 2024), ASPIDES assets have achieved the close protection of 35 merchant vessels and its defensive actions led to shooting down 8 UAVs and repelling 3 other UAV attacks posing a threat to the freedom of navigation.@eu_eeas pic.twitter.com/AlXQdlc5T0
— EUNAVFOR ASPIDES (@EUNAVFORASPIDES) March 19, 2024
The 🇮🇹 Destroyer CAIO DUILO, flagship of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, protecting a “convoy” composed of 3 ships. Different flags, dissimilar types of vessel, all seeking safe passage at sea. Our activities contribute to ensure maritime security and seaborne trade.@ItalianNavy @eu_eeas pic.twitter.com/PWTN3YSHeW
— EUNAVFOR ASPIDES (@EUNAVFORASPIDES) March 20, 2024
Leadership and effectiveness : Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis, 🇬🇷 Navy, commanding operation @EUNAVFORASPIDES, visited a 🇫🇷 Navy Destroyer while in port visit. Operational briefings between @NavyGR and @MarineNationale
— EUNAVFOR ASPIDES (@EUNAVFORASPIDES) March 19, 2024
ASPIDES is about Shielding Freedom of Navigation. pic.twitter.com/xSLzqNRIkE