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Battle against pirates: Italian Navy "Maestrale" frigate sails towards the Indian Ocean

Rome, Italy - To take part to the "Atalanta" EU mission

"Today, 2nd of April, will depart from Taranto the Italian Navy 'Maestrale' frigate, to take part to the 'Atalanta' mission against Indian Ocean's pirates, led by the European Union. The undersecretary of State for defense, Guido Crosetto, with the Navy chief of staff admiral Paolo La Rosa, will greet the leaving crew. The Italian Navy ship will reach the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean in the next...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1102227
Rome, Italy, 04/02/2009 07:52
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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