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ANKARA, Sept 27 (KUNA) -- Turkey and Egypt hold joint naval maneuvers in
the Mediterranean on Wednesday, the second war-games held between the two
countries.
A statement by the Turkish Cheif of Staff Command said Monday the maneuvers
would be held in the Egyptian territorial waters until October 4, and aimed at
getting acquainted with the fighting capabilities in both sides.
Turkey will take part with two frigates, a submarine, a helicopter and a
squad of special forces. it noted.
Egypt will send two frigates, a submarine, two attack boats, three
helicopters and two units of divers, said the statement.
The previous naval war-games were held in Turkey last November. (end)
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