#32026D0768Political and Security Committee Decision (CFSP) 2026/768 of 24 March 2026 appointing the EU Force Commander for EUNAVFOR MED IRINI
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The Political and Security Committee appointed Rear Admiral Andrea BIELLI of Italy as the new EU Force Commander for the EUNAVFOR MED IRINI military operation in the Mediterranean. He succeeds Commodore Spyridon POLLATOS and assumes the role from 1 April 2026. The decision was made following a proposal by the Italian Military authorities on 3 February 2026, supported by the EU Operation Commander and the EU Military Committee. This decision repeals the previous appointment Decision (CFSP) 2025/2012 and enters into force on the same date the new commander takes office.
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Key Changes
- Appointment of Rear Admiral Andrea BIELLI as EU Force Commander effective 1 April 2026
- Repeal of previous Decision (CFSP) 2025/2012 that had appointed Commodore Spyridon POLLATOS
- Decision enters into force on 1 April 2026
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Obligations
What this law requires
Recognize Rear Admiral Andrea BIELLI as the EU Force Commander for EUNAVFOR MED IRINI effective 1 April 2026
Cease recognition of Commodore Spyridon POLLATOS as EU Force Commander for EUNAVFOR MED IRINI as of 1 April 2026
Repeal and nullify Decision (CFSP) 2025/2012 appointing the previous EU Force Commander
Implement the effective date of 1 April 2026 for this appointment decision to enter into force