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07/16/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/16/2026 00:34

EUNAVFOR ASPIDES Command Handover and Medal Ceremony

On July 15, onboard Italian Frigate BERGAMINI, Rear Admiral Milos ARGENTON (IT-N) handed over the duty of ASPIDES' Force Commander to Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis (EL-N), Commander of Operation EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.

European Union, 2026

European Union, 2026

European Union, 2026

On the previous day, the Commander of the Operation, awarded the EUNAVFOR ASPIDES (EU) Medal to the crew of HS PSARA.

European Union, 2026

European Union, 2026

European Union, 2026

European Union, 2026

EUNAVFOR ASPIDES plays a crucial role in safeguarding shipping and supporting the safe passage of vessels through critical maritime routes.

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