The German Navy has deployed two ships to the Red Sea in preparation for a potential mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormus. The vessels, 'Fulda' and 'Mosel,' passed through the Suez Canal and are heading to Djibouti. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Germany aims to be ready to respond quickly if needed, with the ships prepared for a possible operation to ensure free shipping passage. The deployment does not require approval from the Bundestag and is part of Germany's contribution to the EU's naval efforts.
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Official sources cited
- government Verteidigungsministerium
- government Boris Pistorius
