MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Broadening EUNAVFOR MED IRINI’s mandate – E-000975/2025

Question for written answer  E-000975/2025/rev.1
to the Council
Rule 144
Özlem Demirel (The Left)

The mandate of the EU military operation IRINI is set to be renewed for a further two years. A widening of the mandate is also under discussion.

• 1.How can operation IRINI, in the Council’s view, be expanded beyond its existing capabilities given the current situation in the Mediterranean ?
• 2.How should the Libyan Coastguard, Navy or General Authority for Coastal Security be involved in this expanded intelligence gathering?
• 3.What support are Libyan actors already providing to improve the EU’s civilian or military situational awareness in the Mediterranean?

Submitted: 6.3.2025