naval force
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An intense search for the pirates, who are believed to still be in the area, is underway, the naval force said, adding that they will be legally prosecuted if captured.
From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025
According to the European Union’s naval force Operation Atalanta, which patrols nearby, there were 26 pirate attacks between 2013 and 2019 - and then not a single one from 2020 to 2022.
From BBC • Dec. 21, 2024
Hours later, the European Union naval force in the region known as Operation Atalanta said a frigate operating in the region detained six suspected pirates.
From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024
A 10-year defense and economic deal with Turkey to protect its seacoast and bolster its naval force.
From New York Times • Feb. 27, 2024
He did not want to leave for Parthia without a strong naval force in place to patrol and protect the eastern Mediterranean coast.
From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby
