#32026D0495Political and Security Committee Decision (CFSP) 2026/495 appointing Commodore Grigorios NOUSIAS as EU Force Commander for EUNAVFOR ASPIDES
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This PSC decision appoints Commodore Grigorios NOUSIAS of Greece as the new EU Force Commander for the EUNAVFOR ASPIDES maritime security operation. The appointment runs from 18 February 2026 until 14 March 2026. It replaces the previous commander, Commodore Michail LAMPIRIS, whose term is terminated by the repeal of Decision (CFSP) 2025/2217. The decision ensures operational continuity in the EU's mission to protect freedom of navigation in the Red Sea amid the ongoing crisis. The appointment was proposed by Greek military authorities and supported by both the EU Operation Commander and the EU Military Committee.
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Key Changes
- Appointment of Commodore Grigorios NOUSIAS as EU Force Commander effective 18 February 2026
- Appointment ends on 14 March 2026 (25-day term)
- Repeal of previous Decision (CFSP) 2025/2217 that appointed Commodore Michail LAMPIRIS
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Obligations
What this law requires
Commodore Grigorios NOUSIAS must serve as EU Force Commander for EUNAVFOR ASPIDES during the period from 18 February 2026 to 14 March 2026
Cease all duties and authority of Commodore Michail LAMPIRIS as EU Force Commander upon entry into force of this decision on 18 February 2026
Ensure operational continuity of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES maritime security operations during the transition of command from the previous EU Force Commander to Commodore Grigorios NOUSIAS
Apply this decision effective from 18 February 2026 as the operative date, regardless of the adoption date of 24 February 2026