Turkiye transfers the NATO task group command to Italy

On Friday, Turkiye’s six-month command of the task group has been transferred to Italy. The ceremony took place at the Aksaz Naval Base in Marmaris, Muğla. The Turkish Naval Forces Command has exercised command of North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Standing Maritime Group 2 since 3 December 2024. Turkiye has taken on five times in this role before. The command was handed over from Canada six months ago and has now transferred to Italy.