Expansion of European naval operation Atalanta in the Indian Ocean and Red Sea
31 Mar 2026
Effective: 30 Mar 2026
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Who is affected:
Shipping companies, exporters and importers using Red Sea routes
Summary
The EU amends the Atalanta military operation to strengthen maritime security in the western Indian Ocean and the Red Sea. It affects international maritime trade routes.
Detailed analysis
PRO
Decision (CFSP) 2026/777 amends Joint Action 2008/851/CFSP governing the EUNAVFOR Atalanta naval operation, aimed at combating piracy and ensuring maritime security in the western Indian Ocean and the Red Sea. This update responds to the evolving threats in the region, including attacks by Houthi groups on commercial v…
Full official title
CELEX:32026D0777: Decisión (PESC) 2026/777 del Consejo, de 30 de marzo de 2026, por la que se modifica la Acción Común 2008/851/PESC relativa a una operación militar de la Unión Europea destinada a contribuir a la seguridad marítima en el océano Índico occidental y en el mar Rojo (EUNAVFOR Atalanta)