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MIDDLE EAST CRISIS (28 MARCH 2026)

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MIDDLE EAST CRISIS (28 MARCH 2026)

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Update!! EUNAVFOR ASPIDES' Informational Message to the Shipping Industry on the latest Houthis' support to the Islamic Republic of Iran.

EUNAVFOR ASPIDES recommendations for seafarers are available on the Maritime Security Center Indian Ocean (MSCIO) webpage. (https://mscio.eu/folder/documents/MSCIO%20Advisories/).

The requests for support can preferably be sent to [email protected] (24/7) or made on the website (https://reporting.mscio.eu/supportrequest).

Register your vessel now in the Voluntary Registration Area (VRA) via MSCIO (https://mscio.eu) and submit your support request.

ASPIDES assets in the area of operation are monitoring the situation closely and remain vigilant.

EUNAVFOR ASPIDES continues to carry out its defensive mandate, contributing to freedom of navigation, ensuring the protection and security of commercial maritime traffic through one of the most vital and vulnerable sea trade corridors with full respect to international law.

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