EU Prolongs “Aspides” Naval Operation in the Red Sea
In a statement, the EU Council said the operation, which began in February 2024 to safeguard freedom of navigation, will continue for an additional two years.
Member states also agreed to allocate €15 million ($18 million) to cover the mission’s shared costs from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027.
The mission was established in response to growing security concerns affecting commercial shipping routes in the region. Its mandate includes protecting vessels and ensuring safe passage through critical maritime corridors.
The Aspides operation functions in international waters across the Red Sea and surrounding areas, including the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Strait of Hormuz, two of the world’s most strategically important trade chokepoints.
Headquartered in Larissa, the mission is led by Greek Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis.
EU officials say the operation aims to deter attacks on commercial shipping and strengthen international maritime security in the region.
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