The Saudi Naval Forces are taking part in the joint naval-air exercise “Medusa 13” in the Hellenic Republic, along with forces from the host country, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the French Republic, and the Republic of Cyprus.

The exercise Commander, Colonel Naval Commander Fahd Al-Humaidi Al-Otaibi, elaborated that the exercise aims to build alliances and joint security cooperation to enhance naval security. It also focuses on managing and executing joint combat missions using modern weapons, coordinating between units to combat non-traditional maritime threats, and exchanging expertise in securing the theatre of operations against threats.

He mentioned that the Saudi Naval Forces’ participation includes various units from the Special Naval Security Units, Marine Infantry, His Majesty’s Ships, and Naval Aviation. The exercise will take place on the Greek island of Crete and in operational areas in the Mediterranean Sea. It will involve military operations, information operations, an amphibious assault, and
civilian evacuation.

Source: Saudi Press Agency