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europe16 days ago•2 min saved

France intercepts shadow fleet tanker off Sicily, Macron says

France says its forces intercepted the Russian shadow fleet oil tanker Deliver off the coast of Sicily, a date-stamped move after the UK’s interception of the tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel. The Cameroonian-flagged Deliver has transported Russian oil since 2024, using opaque ownership and flags of convenience to conceal cargo origin and bypass sanctions. Macron framed the operation as proof Europe will persist in enforcing sanctions and combating the shadow fleet’s role in funding Russia’s war.

via Euronews.com|

#deliver-tanker #europe #french-navy

military5 months ago•17 min saved

France’s Carrier Strike Group Departs for ORION 26 in the Atlantic

The French Navy’s nuclear-powered carrier strike group, centered on the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, set sail from Toulon to participate in ORION 26, a joint high-intensity exercise in the Atlantic. While exact CSG composition wasn’t officially published, observers saw the Alsace (D652), Chevalier Paul (D621), Italian Andrea Doria (D553), and the BRF Jacques Chevallier (A725) departing, with a focus on air defense and a submarine likely to be part of the group. ORION 26 will span the coming weeks and involve 24 countries, testing France’s ability to conduct high‑intensity operations in a joint and combined environment, against a backdrop of European security tensions and France’s leadership of the coalition.

via navalnews.com|

#atlantic #carrier-strike-group #charles-de-gaulle

world9 months ago•1 min saved

French Navy Seizes 10 Tonnes of Cocaine Off West Africa

The French navy has seized nearly 10 tonnes of cocaine worth $610 million from an unflagged fishing vessel off the West African coast, as part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, a key transit region for narcotics from South America to Europe.

via BBC|

#cocaine-seizure #drug-trafficking #french-navy

defense1 year ago•3 min saved

French and Turkish Navies Collaborate on Torpedo Defense Technology

French and Turkish naval companies, including Aselsan and Naval Group, are developing kinetic torpedo interceptors as navies seek effective countermeasures against advanced torpedo threats. Despite existing systems like Israel's Torbuster, challenges in underwater targeting and system maturity persist. Industry experts predict that hard-kill torpedo technology could be ready by 2030, aligning with European Defense Agency timelines for an anti-torpedo torpedo demonstrator project.

via Defense News|

#defense #defense-industry #french-navy

international-news2 years ago•1 min saved

French Navy Seizes 2.4 Tons of Cocaine from Fishing Boat in Atlantic

The French navy seized 2.4 tons of cocaine from a Venezuelan fishing boat in the Atlantic Ocean, following a tip from the customs department. This marks the third major cocaine seizure in the region this month, highlighting the Caribbean's growing role in drug trafficking from South America to Europe and North America. The French navy has intercepted over 12 tons of narcotics this year.

via CBS News|

#atlantic-ocean #cocaine #drug-trafficking

military-defense2 years ago•4 min saved

French and German Navy Successfully Intercept Multiple Ballistic Missiles and Drones in the Red Sea

The French Navy's Air Defense FREMM frigate intercepted and destroyed three ballistic missiles targeting its position and a container ship it was escorting in the Red Sea, as part of the EUNAVFOR ASPIDES operation aimed at safeguarding freedom of navigation in the region. The interception, carried out by the frigate Alsace, marks the first time the French Navy has intercepted ballistic missiles in an operational context, showcasing the high level of training and professionalism of the crew and the quality of the vessel's sensors and weapons systems.

via Naval News|

#air-defense-fremm #ballistic-missiles #eunavfor-aspides

militarydefense2 years ago•3 min saved

"Naval Leaders Convene in Italy to Address Modern Threats"

The French and U.S. navies are preparing for degraded operational conditions, including loss of satellite communications, by conducting drills reminiscent of the 1980s. This preparation is in response to new threats such as hypersonic missiles, anti-ship ballistic missiles, drones, and cyber warfare. Navies are focusing on making their systems more resilient to attacks, emphasizing deception and emissions control, and integrating artificial intelligence to fend off these new threats. The challenge for carrier strike groups is to integrate all available data to create a "superiority bubble" around the carrier in a more contested battlespace.

via Defense News|

#french-navy #militarydefense #naval-warfare

military-defense2 years ago•2 min saved

"French Navy's Million-Euro Missile Defense Against Houthi Drone Attacks in the Red Sea"

The French Navy defended its use of million-euro missiles to down drones used by Yemen’s Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, emphasizing the value of protecting lives and assets. The proliferation of cheap drones poses a challenge to Western navies, with the cost of sophisticated interceptors losing appeal against inexpensive drones. The commander highlighted the sophistication of some Houthi drones and their use of Iranian technology, while emphasizing the importance of intercepting reconnaissance drones to prevent more lethal attacks. France's Languedoc frigate has been escorting vessels through the Red Sea and is part of the U.S.-led operation, while Italy and Greece also have vessels in the area.

via Defense News|

#drone-attacks #french-navy #houthi-rebels

military2 years ago•1 min saved

French Frigate Languedoc Successfully Neutralizes Yemeni Drones

The French frigate Languedoc has intercepted and destroyed a drone from Yemen that was threatening an oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden. This is the third drone interception by Languedoc since Sunday. The frigate has been patrolling the area to contribute to maritime security and the freedom of navigation. The USS Mason escorted the affected tanker out of the threat zone, and the fire on board was brought under control with no reported injuries.

via Naval News|

#drone-interception #french-navy #gulf-of-aden

defense2 years ago•3 min saved

French Frigate Languedoc Successfully Intercepts Two Drones in Yemen

The French Navy's FREMM frigate Languedoc intercepted and shot down two drones that were heading towards it from the coast of Yemen. The engagement took place in the Red Sea, near Al Hudaydah. The details of the engagement, including the type of weaponry used, are still pending. This is the first operational engagement of this kind for the French Navy in a long time. Languedoc is part of the Aquitaine-class FREMM frigates and is optimized for anti-submarine warfare. The frigate had recently performed a crew exchange and is currently under the operational command of Rear Admiral Slaars. The interception by Languedoc is the latest in a series of incidents in the Red Sea, with Houthi forces targeting US Navy and commercial ships with missiles and drones.

via Naval News|

#defense #drones #french-navy

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

US Warship Asserts Presence in Taiwan Strait Amid China's Drills

The US Navy has sailed a warship through the Taiwan Strait in its first known transit since China carried out an encirclement exercise around self-ruled Taiwan. China protested the transit, saying the U.S. transit was a “public hype” and that the Eastern Theater Command was ready at any time to “resolutely safeguard the country's sovereignty, safety, and regional peace and stability." China has stepped up its military pressure over Taiwan in recent years, sending fighter jets and navy vessels towards the island on a near-daily basis.

via Military.com|

#china #french-navy #military-pressure