In the last two weeks, the target was three attacks that Israel accused. This decision was confirmed by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez during the stay in New York.
“The maritime action ship is equipped with all the necessary resources will set off tomorrow from Cartagena in case it is necessary to help the flota and implement any rescue shares,” Sánchez said.
The decision of the Spanish government followed Italy earlier this week announced sending frigate Fasan with a similar task. According to the source from the Spanish Ministry of Defense, contacts with Italian counterparts on coordinated actions, and Ireland could be included in planning.
Officials emphasize that the mission of European ships is not conceived as a military response to any Israeli attacks, but exclusively to the help of floti in international waters in case of need.
The flotilla, composed of more than 50 vessels, was attacked on Wednesday south of the Greek Island Crete, where at least 13 explosions were recorded, the presence of unidentified drones and disruption to communication. There was no injuries, but the incident further reinforced concerns for the security of the participants.
Among those located on ships are Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and the former Mayor Barcelona Ada Colau, along with dozens of Spanish citizens and international public figures.
A ship is in charge of the mission Furor With fifty crew members and eight medical experts. As they emphasize the sources from the Spanish Navy, his role is not an accompanied floti, but providing humanitarian and security support if circumstances require it.
(Vijesti.ba)
