Tag: Hellas Aphrodite
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EU naval force frees hijacked ship from Somali priates
The EU naval force in Somalia under EUNAVFOR Operation ATALANTA, has rescued the Maltese-flagged ship, Hellas Aphrodite after an intervention by the Spanish frigate, ESPS Victoria. A statement has been issued here. The 24 crew-members remain safe after the EU naval force made a show of force and stormed the ship via helicopter and boats.…
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Maltese-flagged Hellas Aphrodite hijacked by Somali pirates
The Maltese-flagged oil-tanker, Hellas Aphrodite has been hijacked by pirates 1000-km off the coast of Eyl, Somalia. The ship was boarded by Somali pirates with a small boat who fired at the tanker and overwhelmed the crew. Up to 24 crew members including 5 Greek men are on-board the ship but it has been confirmed…
