The Greek frigate "Psara" is participating in Operation Aspides, a multinational effort to safeguard international shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. Operation Aspides aims to protect commercial vessels from potential threats in the region. The deployment underscores Greece’s commitment to maritime security and freedom of navigation. The operation is responding to increased instability and attacks on commercial shipping in these vital waterways. Details regarding specific assistance provided by the "Psara" to merchant ships were not immediately available, but its presence contributes to the overall security framework. The mission intends to ensure the safe passage of vessels through a strategically important global trade route.