Turkey, Ankara, Feb. 18/ Trend A. Aleskerov/
The Turkish frigate Giresun joining the international naval forces henceforth will protect vessels from pirates in the Gulf of Aden.
The ceremony of frigate's departure was held in Aksaz Port recently. Admiral Janer Bener, relatives of seamen and numerous public took part in the ceremony. Captain of the ship Jem Dalkanat said at the ceremony that they intended to act humanely in the fight against pirates, Hurriyet reported.
Giresun will arrive in the destination in several days and start to implement its liabilities as part of special sub-unit formed as part of UN Security Council's decision to combat pirates. Staff of the frigate totals 263 people. Giresun will stay in the Gulf of Aden for four months.
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