Admiral Tatlıoğlu noted the exercise, held from November 22 to December 3, involved 30 ships, 67 aircraft, sub-attack and sub-defense units, and an amphibious marine battalion, with participation from NATO Standing Naval Forces and NATO Mine Countermeasures Groups.
Supervised by a 103-person control center, the exercise covered operations like crisis response, multi-threat environment maneuvers, and humanitarian missions.
Successful deployment of drones, armored amphibious assault vehicles, and kamikaze unmanned sea vehicles were showcased, with training on swarm attacks against hostile forces.
Admiral Tatlıoğlu emphasized the historical and strategic significance of the Eastern Mediterranean for security, energy routes, and transportation, highlighting that ensuring a safe environment in this region is crucial for national security.
He noted the exercise demonstrated the Turkish Naval Forces' capability to protect national interests in the Eastern Mediterranean, serving as a pillar for peace and stability.
