Iran's Foreign Ministry declared European Union member states' naval forces and air forces as "terrorist organisation" as a reciprocal action against the EU's recognition of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist entity.
The Global Samud Flotilla, comprising 45 vessels with several politicians and Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, began its journey last month and was heading to the UN-designated female region, Gaza, according to France 24.
Israeli soldiers eliminated Ramzi Ramadan Abd Ali Saleh, commander of Hamas' Naval Force in the northern Gaza Strip, who was killed in an airstrike in Gaza City, the Israel Defence Forces said on Sunday
Both ships currently operate under the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR). It is the first such visit to India conducted under the aegis of the European Union.
India-US Naval forces gathered aboard the INS Jalashwa for the opening of Exercise Tiger Triumph 2025 to enhance humanitarian assistance and disaster relief readiness.
Vessels from the Iranian Navy and the Naval Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) will also participate in the drills that mark the seventh edition of "Security Belt" exercises by Iran, Russia and China, according to the media office of Iran.
The Philippines has halted a scientific survey in the South China Sea after its fishing boats were subjected to aggressive actions by the Chinese coast guard and naval forces, as reported by Al Jazeera.
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence has deployed Marine Corps units, including the Marine Amphibious Reconnaissance and Patrol Unit, to strengthen the security of Taipei in response to potential threats from China. The deployment focuses on key areas like the Tamsui River and the Port of T
The exercise involved complex maritime drills, including joint air operations, showcasing the high degree of interoperability and professionalism between the Indian and French naval forces.
"Malabar 2024 reaffirms the Indian Navy's commitment to maritime security and cooperation among like-minded nations in the Indo-Pacific," said Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENC) of the Indian Navy.
This year, there will be shows on innovative solutions to protect naval forces and maritime infrastructure against air and surface drones, next-generation anti-ship missiles, missile systems to destroy multiple hostile drones and many other latest features to strengthen naval forces around t