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Defence Minister says the Spanish submarine work envelope "to help realize the legitimate aspirations of the Libyan people"
Carme Chacón transmitted to the Spanish sailors on behalf of His Majesty the King, a message of "love and respect for your work"
Since beginning his mission, the submarine 'Tramontana' has identified more than 450 vessels, of which over 40 were suspected
The Defence Minister, Carme Chacón, visited the Submarine Base of Cartagena (Murcia), which has seen the departure of the submarine 'Mistral' to relieve the 'Tramontana' in Operation Unified Guard to seize weapons and mercenaries Libya.
Carme Chacón pointed out that "military action alone will not solve the conflict in Libya, but will prevent the deaths of more innocent and help build a future of justice and freedom."
In this regard, given the 60 members that form the framework of the submarine 'Mistral', said that work "to help realize the legitimate aspirations of the Libyan people."
Accompanied by the Chief of Staff of Defense, Jose Julio Rodriguez, and the Chief of Staff of the Navy, Manuel Rebollo, the defense minister has been informed of the activities of the submarine flotilla, and on capabilities of the submarine S-73 'Mistral', which will be integrated in the coming days in the NATO operation.
The defense minister explained that a week ago appeared in the House of Representatives to request the extension of the mission to fly in Libya and Spain seek authorization to support the delivery of humanitarian aid, if requested United Nations.
In this regard, Chacón recalled that the Libyan people are resisting a brutal repression in response to their demands for change and freedom, "claiming the same dignity and the same hope that had previously required Tunisian and Egyptian neighbors."
The minister also stressed that the submarine 'Tramontana' has done a great job, providing valuable information to prevent the entry of weapons and mercenaries in Libya.
"Since beginning his mission, have identified more than 450 vessels, of which over 40 were suspicious," he added.
Finally, Carme Chacon said the endowment of the 'Mistral', which are supported almost unanimously by Parliament, and conveyed, on behalf of His Majesty the King, a message of "love and respect for your work."
"I know that you will do honor to the trust placed in you in Spanish society," concluded the minister.
More than a month to patrol assigned areas
The submarine 'Tramontana' sailed from its base in Cartagena on March 21 due to the eastern Mediterranean.
With a staff of 64 people, is now patrolling the areas assigned by the Unified Command Operation Protector of NATO.
The subs are great offensive capability units, which have the advantage of operating in a covert for long periods of time.
Its missions include intelligence gathering and reconnaissance and information in advanced areas to support a naval force.
Source: Delegación del Gobierno en Murcia
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