Spain sends warship off Morocco

The Spanish Navy deployed the amphibious assault ship Galicia (L-51) to the city of Melilla, near Moroccan waters. A clear message sent to the kingdom which claims this territory.

The Galicia (L-51) is an imposing ship, 160 meters long and 13,000 tonnes in displacement. Its main mission is to deploy maritime infantry in any conflict zone or place of natural disaster. As a floating hospital, it can provide all kinds of medical aid. The ship had visited the autonomous city on April 2, 2020 to provide health support during Covid-19.