EUNAVFOR ASPIDES

Today, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, reaches 25 months since its launch. EUNAVFOR ASPIDES has a totally defensive mandate, contributes to regional stability and prosperity by providing safety to fellow seafarers and protecting global common goods. @eu_eeas

A European Resuscitation Council-certified seminar was delivered to EUNAVFOR ASPIDES personnel, providing the necessary knowledge and ability to respond effectively during a cardiac emergency. Read more: eeas.europa.eu/eunavfor-aspid…

EUNAVFOR ASPIDES has a totally defensive mandate, contributes to regional stability and prosperity by providing safety to fellow seafarers and protecting global common goods. @eu_eeas @ItalianNavy

On March 14, on board Italian Frigate LUIGI RIZZO 🇮🇹, Commodore Grigorios NOUSIAS (EL-N) handed over the duty of ASPIDES’ Force Commander to Rear Admiral Milos ARGENTON (IT-N), in the presence of Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis (EL-N), Commander of Operation ASPIDES.

🇪🇺 EUNAVFOR ASPIDES wishes a Happy National Day to our Hungarians 🇭🇺 friends and colleagues.

Register your vessel now in the Voluntary Registration Area (VRA) via MSCIO (mscio.eu) and submit your support request. @eu_eeas

EUNAVFOR ASPIDES recommendations for seafarers are available on the Maritime Security Center Indian Ocean (MSCIO) webpage (mscio.eu/folder/documen…). The requests for support can preferably be sent to postmaster@mscio.eu (24/7) or made on the website (reporting.mscio.eu/supportrequest).

ASPIDES continues to carry out its mandate, contributing to the protection and security of commercial maritime traffic within its area of Operation.

Merchant vessels transiting the Red Sea completed their journey safely under the protection of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES. HS HYDRA 🇬🇷 provided support, ensuring crews and cargo reached their destination safely. @eu_eeas @NavyGR

EUNAVFOR ASPIDES remains vigilant and on high alert, continuing its commitment to freedom of navigation and to strengthening maritime security across one of the world’s most critical and vulnerable trade corridors.

The Italian Frigate LUIGI RIZZO 🇮🇹 successfully provided support to merchant vessels transiting the Red Sea, ensuring crews and cargo reached their destination safely. @eu_eeas @ItalianNavy

From negotiation tables to EU missions on the ground, women play a vital role in building peace and security. On International Women's Day, we recognise their indispensable contribution to lasting peace. Research shows peace agreements are more likely to endure when women take part in peace processes. The new Gender Equality Strategy 2026-2030 sets out further steps to strengthen women’s participation, rights and opportunities. Read more: link.europa.eu/cQrVHB

Mutual support, synchronicity of effort and Operational Effectiveness are hallmarks of the EU CSDP Maritime Operations @EUNAVFORASPIDES, @EUNAVFOR ATALANTA and @EUNAVFOR_MED Irini. Today, vigilance and convergence of effort is more important than ever. This morning, the three operational commanders,The Deputy Chair and I met briefly to discuss developments in the region. Before returning to location, the Operational Commanders will update the Political Security Committee. This way, the EU remains coordinated from operational-tactical level to the political-strategic level. Strength through Unity. Credibility through Capability. #EU #EUMC #PSC #ASPIDES #IRINI #ATALANTA #MIDDLEEAST #MEDITERRANEEN #EUNAVFOR

contributing to freedom of navigation and enhancing #MaritimeSecurity through one of the most vital and vulnerable sea trade corridors.

EUNAFOR ASPIDES 🇪🇺 assets in the area of operation remain on high alert and stand ready to contribute within means and capabilities to protect lives at sea,

Following today’s US-Israel military operations against Iran, according to sources, the Houthis threatened to launch new attacks against Israel and US ships interest and shipping in the #RedSea and the Gulf of Aden.

On February 26, Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis, Commander of EUNAVFOR Operation ASPIDES, took part in the first EU Maritime Operations Commanders’ Meeting, organized by the Operation EUNAVFOR MED IRINI in Rome, Italy. Read more: eeas.europa.eu/eunavfor-aspid…

2025 marked the 2nd year of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES. Another year of commitment and dedicated service. ASPIDES will continue to stand firm in one of the world's most vital maritime regions, demonstrating the EU's ability to act as a steadfast and reliable maritime security provider.

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Brussels, February 20th - Captain Vasileios Tsiouflias (EL N), Chief of Staff of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, joined the EUMC workshop on EU maritime security under Cyprus’ EU Council Presidency, highlighting ASPIDES’ role in safeguarding key maritime routes.