Germany Takes Command Of EU’s Somalia’s Counter-Piracy Operation Atalanta, Promises Enhanced Military Cooperation

Germany's Rear Admiral Jan Kaack flagship FGS BayernHighlights: Germany has taken command of the EU Naval Force Somalia counter-piracy dubbed ‘Operation Atalanta’ and will hold the mantle for the next 5 months under the able command of Rear Admiral Jan Kaack. Kaack takes over from Italian Navy’s Rear Admiral Stefano Barbieri and will command from...