On 13th of March, the Greek Frigate “HYDRA” as part of EUNAVFORASPIDES, and providing protection to a merchant ship, opened fired against 2 UAVs posing an imminent threat to the freedom of navigation. The action was effective in avoiding any damage to seafarers and merchant shipping.

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On this day in 1968 the Fleet Carrier HMS Victorious was paid off HMNB Portsmouth. The WW2 veteran had been extensively refitted since the war and was able to carry a variety of aircraft. A fire whilst in refit in 1967 was instrumental in her withdrawal.

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Reliance Interdicts $57 Million in Illicit Drugs. U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Reliance (WMEC 615) returned to their homeport February 24 following a 57-day counterdrug patrol.

https://seawaves.com/reliance-interdicts-57-million-in-illicit-drugs/ 

 

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Former USS Texas (BB-35) in dry dock at Gulf Copper Galveston for maintenance and repairs now sporting a new coat of paint – December 23, 2023.

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Royal Navy Destroyer Virago (R75) in collision with escort carrier HMS Khedive (D62) while disengaging on completion of refueling in heavy seas, only minor damage was done to both ships. May 4th 1945 during Operation Dracula.

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USS Princeton (CG 59) Ticonderoga-class cruiser and USS Kidd (DDG 100)/USS Sterett (DDG 104) Arleigh Burke-class Flight IIA guided missile destroyers in Manila, Philippines – January 8, 2024

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