For the first time, EU๐ช๐บ and ๐ฎ๐ณ conducted a joint naval exercise, joint port call and joint knowledge-sharing session on #maritimesecurity in the #GulfOfGuinea.
Joint press release: https://t.co/7WJroKqbBM
Hundreds of vessels have become part of an illegal maritime ecosystem, called Russian Shadow Fleet, designed to reduce the impact of sanctions on Russian energy exports.
By using aging tankers and opaque ownership structures, Moscow is sustaining oil exports while increasing environmental and security risks.
17th Industry Strategic Meeting
Organised by ATALANTA, co-chaired by @CMF_Bahrain & @EUNAVFORASPIDES.
All together with the shipping industry & other key organizations to discuss current threats in the West Indian Ocean, Strait of Hormuz & Red Sea.
โน๏ธ https://t.co/12PqrPDVBk
June 1, in #Med#HighSeas IRINI ๐ช๐บconducted a flag verification boarding of EU-sanctioned MV ONEIROI after the first carried out on MV NELSA on May 11 under Art. 110 of #UNCLOS following suspicions that they were falsely flagged & part of EU efforts to counter #RussianShadowFleet
๐ช๐บ works with Indo-Pacific partners to protect critical ๐ infrastructure. Thanks to @ItalianNavy for hosting this event, and to the European Security and Defence College and @ESIWA_EU for organising and supporting it!
A recent seminar on the protection of critical #MaritimeInfrastructure highlighted the urgent need for stronger international rules. Both the EU and the Indo-Pacific can play a pivotal role in advancing safeguards for the infrastructure that underpins our society.
By @TheresaAFallon: https://t.co/q2VoGJvxW6
A recent seminar on the protection of critical #MaritimeInfrastructure highlighted the urgent need for stronger international rules. Both the EU and the Indo-Pacific can play a pivotal role in advancing safeguards for the infrastructure that underpins our society.
By @TheresaAFallon: https://t.co/q2VoGJvxW6
Maritime security needs strong partnerships.
In Paris, at the G7++ Friends of the Gulf of Guinea plenary, the ๐ช๐บEU underscored its critical support to the region and the #Yaoundรฉ Architecture.
#MaritimeSecurity
Here's a good paper on hybrid warfare, including attacks on critical undersea infrastructure:
War Without End: Deterring Russiaโs Shadow War https://t.co/6IRd22zjvA
Fruitful discussions on maritime security between the ๐ช๐บ's Deputy Head of the Maritime Security Division & ๐น๐ญโs NSC.
Building on strong cooperation on maritime security, the exchange was a great step to enhance cooperation on security both above and below the waves.โ
An Ukrainian soldier put many QR codes on his tank to shield it against Russian drones. His comrade got confused.
The soldier explained to him: Russian drones use Chinese chips, which automatically scan Temu QR codes then start shopping, forget about the war... Later burdened with debt, then gave up.
An AI video.
I am deeply concerned by reports that several #seafarers have been injured in attacks on a merchant vessels. I'm monitoring the situation closely, and I urge all shipping companies to exercise maximum caution. Link to my full statement here: https://t.co/nO1jfagXkf
There are around 300 million barrels of Russian and Iranian oil at sea, according to ship tracker Vortexa. Traders are struggling to find buyersโwho have become hesitant as sanctions have piled upโparticularly given the ample supply in global markets. WSJ
The EU continues to deliver for #MaritimeSecurityโ๏ธ
๐ช๐บ Through the @SWAIMSProject, we're working with The Gambia to boost capabilities in search & rescue operations & fight against illicit activities.
The handover of two Rigid-Hulled Boats illustrated this strong partnership.๐
Congratulations to India on its 77th Republic Day ๐ฎ๐ณ
#OperationATALANTA takes part in the Republic Day Parade in India as part of the EU Contingent.
๐ค ATALANTA and the Indian Navy work together in maritime security in the Indian Ocean.
Over 30 African women leaders & European counterparts, began a study visit to ๐ง๐ช&๐ณ๐ฑ, launched by the EU-funded projects EnMAR & SCOPE Africa with NPWMP-WCA.
Such initiatives & the ๐ช๐บ Coordinated Maritime Presences advance capacity-building & #GenderEquality in #MaritimeSecurity.
๐ช๐บ and ๐ฐ๐ท conducted a new joint activity at sea in the Indian Ocean, part of regular cooperation. The last joint activity took place in July 2025.
Joint activity at sea with ROKS #CHOIYOUNG โ
#OperationATALANTA flagship ESPS #VICTORIA conducted a joint activity at sea with ROKS #CHOIYOUNG of Combined Task Force 151 (@CMF_Bahrain)
๐ค Strengthening cooperation and reinforcing the commitment against piracy.
Cooperation with partners is instrumental to #MaritimeSecurity in the Gulf of Guinea.๐
With the @SWAIMSProject, the EU supports partners' ability to combat piracy, illegal trafficking & illegal fishing.
Supporting the Senegalese Navy with training and equipment is part of it.
On 15 December, European Union foreign ministers discussed Russiaโs shadow fleet at the Foreign Affairs Council (#FAC). Energy revenues finance Russiaโs war in Ukraine and Russia uses the shadow fleet to evade sanctions. The EU is stepping up its actions to counter the shadow fleetโs operations. We work closely with partners and reach out to flag and coastal states and offer technical assistance.
Read more via the link: https://t.co/0SN7g7khAt