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Crosetto considers escorting Italian ships in the Red Sea

Defense Minister Guido Crosetto is considering sending a vessel serving in the Aspides mission to protect Italian cargo ships, while contacts between intelligence services and the Houthis are underway.

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What is happening

Crosetto said, “We will not wait for EU bureaucracy.” The plan to use a vessel for escorts is under consideration; the source also reports ongoing contacts between intelligence services and the Houthis.

Why is it on the Radar?

The proposal concerns the protection of Italian cargo ships in the Red Sea and the timing of action in relation to EU procedures.

Sources and timeline