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Iver Huitfeldt accompanies a ship through the Strait of Hormuz during the deployment of the frigate from August to December 2020. (Danish MoD photo) Denmark takes lead of Europe’s Operation AGENOR From January 13 until July, Denmark will be in charge of the European naval operation AGENOR in the Strait of Hormuz. FOC since February 2020, AGENOR ensures the free movement of shipping in waters critical for the world trade. 15 Jan 2021
A Danish staff of 12 people took over the command yesterday. Denmark will be in charge of the operation until mid-July. The operation includes, in addition to the Danish staff, staff members, ships and aircraft from eight European countries.