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- 1EU seeks to reinforce Operation Aspides in Red Sea▼EU wants to reinforce Operation Aspides in Red Sea
The European Union is moving to strengthen Operation Aspides, its naval mission protecting commercial shipping from Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. The reported push comes as attacks on vessels continue to disrupt one of the world's busiest trade routes, raising questions about whether European naval assets are sufficient to safeguard merchant traffic through the region.
- 2EU says Aspides mission needs more than 10 warships amid Houthi threats●EU says Aspides needs more than 10 warships amid Houthi threats
The European Union says its Aspides naval mission, which protects Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks, requires more than 10 warships to operate effectively. The operation, launched to shield commercial vessels from repeated drone and missile strikes, has faced demands for greater resources as attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis continue and member states weigh how many ships to commit.