A delegation from the Hellenic Diplomatic Academy in Athens visited the EUNAVFOR ASPIDES Operations Headquarters in Larissa on 29 June 2026, where Rear Admiral Pierre-Yves Grente, Deputy Commander of the operation, highlighted its role as an EU Common Security and Defence Policy mission contributing to freedom of navigation and maritime security in the Red Sea. During the visit, Captain Vasileios Tsiouflias, Chief of Staff of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, delivered a presentation on the operation's mission, organizational structure, and ongoing activities, emphasizing its strategic importance for the safety of international maritime traffic.
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