The Operation Irini started two years ago with the goal of contributing to re establish stability in Libya. This exclusive interview of the French Rear Admiral Jean de Muizon, Deputy … Continue reading Operation Irini: Exclusive Interview With Rear Adm. De Muizon
IRINI: Peace Guarantor in the Mediterranean Sea
As of May 2022, Operation IRINI (or EUNAVFOR MED IRINI) has been in effect in the Mediterranean Sea for just over two years, having been initiated on March 31st, 2020. … Continue reading IRINI: Peace Guarantor in the Mediterranean Sea
Maritime Security in Mediterranean, the European Union Strategy
EU Flag The Mediterranean Sea has always been a strategic maritime trade and transportation region. However, the numerous islands and peninsulas in the area have made it convenient for smugglers … Continue reading Maritime Security in Mediterranean, the European Union Strategy
UN Arms Embargo in Libya Remains Ineffective
A new violation of United Nations embargo in Libya happened last Tuesday with the delivery of 2 000 Turkish-made weapons. The 26th of February 2011, the Security Council of the … Continue reading UN Arms Embargo in Libya Remains Ineffective
Gulf of Guinea: A Pirate Hunting Area
MDAT-GoGVoluntary Reporting Area (VRA) While the world's attention was diverted by COVID-19, piracy and armed attacks against ship crews remain a serious problem, requiring a concerted response from the international … Continue reading Gulf of Guinea: A Pirate Hunting Area
Gulf of Guinea: Denmark to Deploy a Frigate to Combat Piracy.
The Danish government announced the future deployment, from November 2021 until March 2022, of a Danish frigate in the Gulf of Guinea. The frigate’s mission is to combat maritime piracy … Continue reading Gulf of Guinea: Denmark to Deploy a Frigate to Combat Piracy.