The EU formalizes agreement with Djibouti to support EUNAVFOR Aspides naval operation in the Red Sea
19 Aug 2026Effective: 21 Apr 20260 views
Who is affected:
EU naval forces, Member States participating in Aspides and maritime transport sector
Summary
The EU approves an agreement with Djibouti that regulates the legal status of European naval forces deployed there to protect navigation in the Red Sea. The agreement formalizes the logistical and military presence of the Aspides operation in Djiboutian territory.
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The EU Council approves through this CFSP Decision the international agreement with Djibouti that establishes the legal status of the forces of the EUNAVFOR Aspides operation in that country. The Aspides operation was created in February 2024 to protect freedom of navigation amid the Red Sea crisis caused by Houthi att…
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