By Military Turkey Daily News Services
In a display of international maritime cooperation, Turkiye’s flagship amphibious assault ship, TCG Anadolu, recently joined forces with the US Navy’s behemoth aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, for joint training exercises in the eastern Mediterranean. This dynamic duo wasn’t alone, as Turkish frigates TCG Gökçeada, TCG Gediz, and TCG Göksu also participated in the drills, showcasing Turkiye’s growing naval prowess.
But the maritime maneuvers didn’t stop there. TCG Gökçeada further expanded its training repertoire by teaming up with the US Navy destroyer USS Normandy and the Greek Navy frigate HS Elli as part of NATO’s Permanent Maritime Task Group-2 mission. This trilateral exercise underscored the collective commitment of these nations to regional stability and security.
Key Takeaways:
TCG Anadolu spearheaded joint training with the US Navy’s mighty USS Gerald R. Ford.
Turkish frigates Gökçeada, Gediz, and Göksu bolstered the maritime maneuvers.
TCG Gökçeada further honed its skills alongside partners in NATO’s Permanent Maritime Task Group-2.
Keywords: Turkiye, TCG Anadolu, USS Gerald R. Ford, NATO, Maritime Cooperation
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Turkish Ministry of National Defense
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