The Royal New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Manawanui sank after hitting a reef near Samoa’s Upolu Island. The ship caught fire and capsized during a survey mission, but all 75 crew members were rescued, with three hospitalized. Salvaging the vessel is deemed unlikely, marking a challenging day for New Zealand’s Defense Force. The cause of the accident is under investigation
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On Thursday, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES successfully neutralized a threat from an unmanned surface vehicle targeting the Greek-flagged tanker *Sounion* in the southern Red Sea. The crew, who had abandoned the vessel, were safely rescued. The operation highlights the EU mission’s commitment to maritime security and the protection of international navigation.