My deepest condolences to the people of Kenya and the loved ones of the military personnel who tragically lost their lives in the helicopter crash yesterday. Their legacy, especially of the Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, General Ogolla, will remain an example to the Nation.

My heartfelt congratulations to RADM Hans Huygens for his command as Force Commander of Task Force AGENOR, handing over this responsibility to RADM Gilles Colmant, to whom I sincerely wish the greatest success in his demanding command.

EMASoH EUNAVFOR ATALANTA European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺

My sincere congratulations to 🇵🇹Cmdre Martins de Brito for his brilliant leadership of 🇪🇺 #OperationAtalanta FHQ on board ESPS #VICTORIA . BZ!

Best of success to 🇮🇹RADM Saladino in his demanding role in command of FHQ 46th ROT aboard #EUNAVFOR ITS flagship #MARTINENGO .

European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺

And also, I warmly welcome RADM Eric Dousson as the new 🇪🇺 EUNAVFOR ATALANTA DCOM. His extensive experience and outstanding professional skills will contribute to improving the achievements of #OperationAtalanta . Welcome on board!

Chairman of the EU Military Committee Marine nationale European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 EUSecurityDefence

RADM Giovanni Galoforo, it has been a privilege for EUNAVFOR ATALANTA to have you as DCOM during these six months. Thank you for your extraordinary contribution, permanent commitment & heartfelt friendship. Best wishes for professional and personal success. BZ!

Marina Militare European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺

On this heartfelt day, we would like to wish a Merry Christmas to all members of #OperationAtalanta , your relatives and friends, especially those who are far away from home serving this 🇪🇺Operation, ensuring our success. Proud of all of you, congratulations!
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We condemn Houthi interference with navigational rights and freedoms in the waters around the Arabian Peninsula, particularly the Red Sea.

Joint statement with Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Jens Stoltenberg and partner nations on the Houthi attacks in the Red Sea:
europa.eu/!FbXFXv

Delighted to chair the XIV Industry Strategic Meeting in EU Delegation UK, welcomed by Head of POL, Ms Marie-Laure de Bergh.

Productive meeting with representatives of prominent shipping associations, stressing #EUNAVFOR commitment to freedom of navigation in #NWIO & #RedSea

It was a great honour to be invited to the ceremony to celebrate the 13th Anniversary of the Djibouti Coast Guard. I sincerely congratulate COL Wais Omar Bogoreh and all the Djiboutian Coast Guard members for this milestone & for the successes achieved.
European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 UE à Djibouti

#EUNAVFOR Operation ATALANTA expresses its solidarity with the Government and the people of Seychelles after the blast at an explosives store, following destructive floods from the recent heavy rains in the country.
Seychelles FAD Oskar Benedikt SeychellesStateHouse European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺

Great opportunity to meet in person with 🇨🇵 🇩🇯Forces Françaises stationnées à Djibouti COMFOR MG Boite, appreciating the tireless efforts & commitment to #OperationAtalanta . Also introduced the current FCDR Commodore Martins de Brito, #EUNAVFOR Force Commander for the coming months. European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 Marinha

During my first visit to Djibouti as #EUNAVFOR OPCDR, I had the opportunity to meet with the deputy UE à Djibouti, Mr Krystian Spodaryk, with whom I had a constructive discussion about our cooperation and the excellent relations with the Djibouti authorities and forces. European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺

Very grateful for the attendance at the ATALANTA Force Headquarters Change of Command of the Japanese Military Base 陸上総隊司令部 representatives led by Commanding Officer Colonel Kosuke Suzuki. Mutual support makes us more effective maritime security providers.

The ATALANTA Force Headquarters Change of Command was an excellent opportunity to meet DJI Coast Guard Commander COL Wais Omar Bogoreh & DJI Navy Commander COL Ahmed Daher Djama with CJTF-Horn of Africa MG Shawley. The permanent support of the Djiboutian forces is vital to our success.

Productive meeting with deputy UE à Djibouti Mr Spodaryk, 🇨🇵 🇩🇯Forces Françaises stationnées à Djibouti Commander MG Boite, CJTF-Horn of Africa Commanding General MG Shawley and her team to discuss the existing relations and how to use our synergies to enhance them. Mutual support is crucial to achieving our shared goals.

My warmest congratulations to 🇮🇹RADM Rutteri for his outstanding leadership of 🇪🇺 #OperationAtalanta FCDR on board ITS #DELAPENNE . BZ!

Best of luck to 🇵🇹Commodore Martins de Brito in his challenging role leading the FHQ 45th ROT FCDR on board #EUNAVFOR 's flagship ESPS #VICTORIA .

In March 2020, #CSDP appointed me #EUNAVFOR FCdr in extreme circumstances during the COVID pandemic. Three years later, my challenge will be to command the Operation's evolution while maintaining ATALANTA operational realistic, effective & adaptative to new challenges.
European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺

Proud to be handed over the command of #OperationAtalanta by VADM Nuñez Torrente. I sincerely appreciate for his dedication & effort in commanding #EUNAVOR . I will devote all my efforts to continuing the path of success that he bequeaths to us.

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