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Egyptian navy assumes command of Joint Task Force 153 to combat terrorism in Bab Al-Mandab, Gulf of Aden
According to Colonel Ghareeb Abdel Hafez — Spokesperson for the Egyptian Armed Forces — the mission is part of the Egyptian Armed Forces’ efforts, in co-operation with the US and friendly countries, to confront threats and challenges to the security and stability of the region.

The largest destroyer ship in the Indian Navy visits Egypt
The destroyer also participated in a PASSEX in which it closely cooperated with the Egyptian Navy. India’s Ambassador in Cairo Ajit Gupte visited the INS KOCHI to meet with the fleet commander and the crew.

Egyptian Navy receives locally manufactured stealth frigate
Egyptian Navy has recently witnessed a technological boom in its armament systems and combat efficiency, in accordance with the latest systems

German-made high speed S43 submarine joins Egypt’s navy
S43 submarine is equipped with the latest combat, navigation, communications and electronic warfare systems

Egypt’s navy saves touristic boat from sinking in Red Sea
According to a statement from the armed forces’ official spokesperson, orders were released to the navy to directly save the boat after the arrival of a notification of the boat’s sinking status. Forces assigned to save the boat were afforded all the medical and administrative help for the people onboard.

Egyptian navy rescues two French tourists from drowning in Red Sea
French launch was drowning in sea due to bad weather

Egypt’s navy plays vital role in regional maritime security: US NAVCENT
I look forward to seeing NAVCENT participate in expanded joint exercises, says Commander Malloy

Egypt receives second of four 209/1400 submarines
We obtain weapons from all countries to diversify and strengthen our combat capabilities, commander of the marine corps

Military drills between US and Egyptian navies underway
Drills come days after the visit of US secretary of defense James Mattis to Egypt

Egypt’s navy receives submarine from Germany
This came based on a deal signed between both countries to send Egypt four submarines

Egypt establishes highly-trained special navy forces brigade in Red Sea
Egypt is the only force in the Middle East that owns a highly trained, powerful army ready to confront any challenge, says former officer

Egypt intensifies naval power, receives another Mistral-class warship
In February 2015, Egypt had announced a €5.2bn agreement to buy 24 French Rafale fighter jets

Operations on western borders continue: Egyptian Armed Forces
The Egyptian Armed Forces announced Saturday that the Air Force has destroyed five vans containing illegal goods after they had broken through Egypt’s western borders. According to a statement from the army, the Egyptian Navy confiscated large amounts of hashish on a boat, allegedly of Turkish origins, north of Abu Qir. Onboard, three Syrians were …

Egypt receives Russian missile vessel
Russia delivered Thursday a Molniya RKA-32 corvette to Egypt as a “gift”, according to military spokesperson

US navy commander in Egypt to meet senior officials
The head of the US Naval Forces Central Command is set to discuss American-Egyptian collaboration

Egypt receives first Mistral-class warship from France
The new warships will enable Egypt to perform crucial military operations, says head of naval forces

Egyptian, US and UAE navies start joint exercise in Red Sea
The Eagle Salute 2016 exercise kicked off on Monday with the participation of the Egyptian, US and UAE navy forces within the Egyptian territorial waters of the Red Sea. The exercise includes performing drills for joint combat operations that involve naval scouting, defensive, offensive formations and reacting to hostile targets, according to a statement from the …

Egyptian navy intercepts 228 migrants embarking for Europe
Continuing illegal immigration attempts at traversing the Mediterranean Sea have been halted by Egyptian navy during current refugee predicament

Russia ‘gifts’ Egypt missile corvette
Molnyia P-32 took part in New Suez Canal project inauguration

Ship on Suez Canal engulfed by fire, no injuries reported
Navy extinguishes fire, but ship suffers serious damage

‘State of Sinai’ claims naval vessel attack
Group posted photos of the attack, army says exchange of fire set vessel ablaze

Sobhi in France for military talks
Defence Minister also to receive a French-built frigate for the Egyptian navy

Egyptian-Russian naval exercise a ‘historic step’
Egyptian Navy Chief expresses desire to hold joint exercises on a regular basis
Egyptian-Russian naval exercises kick off in Mediterranean
Joint drills to promote cooperation are to last until 14 June
Sobhi makes new appointments in military leadership
Senior army officials are promoted by defence minister

4 fishermen released in Damietta following navy patrol attack investigations
Armed forces to provide financial compensation for damages to boats and fishing equipment, says fishermen’s spokesperson
Non-commissioned border guard officers granted right to arrest civilians
Civilians can be tried in military courts if found guilty of attacking “vital” state facilities

Fishermen held in attack on navy released
Arrests took place at sea after unidentified “hostile vessels” opened fire on Egyptian navy

Terror at sea: Doomyat
By Amr Khalifa The Mediterranean turned red last Wednesday. What we know is far less than we should: eight Egyptian sailors are missing, five are injured, reported the Egyptian army, in a battle with ‘terrorists’ off the coast of Mediterranean city Domyat [Damietta], best known for its furniture. With each passing day, professional analysts and …
Egyptian navy boat attacked north of Damietta port
3 hostile vessels were destroyed, 20 people arrested