EU expands Mediterranean naval mission to target Russia's shadow fleet

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The EU is EXTENSIONING and expanding the IRINI naval mission until 2029. New objectives include countering Russia's 'shadow fleet', protecting underwater infrastructure and combating migrant smuggling in the Mediterranean.

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The European Union is preparing to significantly expand its maritime mission in the Mediterranean, giving it a greater role in confronting the Russian “shadow” fleet, protecting critical underwater infrastructure and strengthening maritime cooperation with North African countries.Operation EUNAVFOR MED IRINI, created initially in 2020 for the implementation of the arms embargo on Libya, it is expected to be extended until March 31, 2029. Accordi…

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The EU intends to expand its naval mission in the Mediterranean to counter Russia's “shadow fleet” and protect its submarine infrastructure.