Marina Ucrainei, integrată oficial în comanda NATO de curățare a Mării Negre de mine. A dat examen cu SUA • Newsweek România
The Ukrainian Navy has officially integrated into NATO's command structure for mine countermeasures, marking a significant milestone in its operational capabilities. During the Ukraine-U.S. Sea Breeze 2026 exercise, the Ukrainian Mine Countermeasures Headquarters successfully passed NATO's NEL-2 evaluation, earning the status of Mission Capable. This achievement allows Ukraine to command multinational forces and conduct various maritime missions alongside NATO. The integration reflects Ukraine's ongoing efforts to align with NATO standards and enhance its naval capabilities amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.