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Admiral Vassilios Grigoris, commander of the EU's Aspidis maritime operation, stated that expanding the operation to protect navigation in the Strait of Hormuz requires a political decision from the European Union. This statement comes amid rising tensions in the region.
EU foreign policy chief <strong>Josep Borrell</strong> has called for an expansion of the European maritime mission 'EUNAVFOR MED' to enhance protection of key maritime routes amid rising tensions. This initiative aims to bolster maritime security in response to increasing disruptions.
Admiral Vasilios Grigoris, commander of the EU's 'Operation Aspida', reported a notable increase in Houthi threats to maritime navigation in Bab al-Mandab. This escalation follows the group's announcement of support for Iran and its threats to target commercial ships, raising questions about the European operation's response.
The European Union's naval force commenced its new operation 'Aspidis' on February 19, 2024, aimed at securing freedom of navigation and protecting global trade amid rising threats from Houthi forces against commercial vessels in the Red Sea.