“Introducing Algeria’s Latest Naval Marvel: The Al Kassih 2 Minesweeper”
Minesweeper Vessel “Al Kassih 2”, No. 502, arrived at the Algerian Northern Admiralty Dock on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, as reported by Algeria’s Ministry of National Defence.
This development is part of “the execution of the initiative for enhancement and modernisation of the Algerian naval fleet, aimed at strengthening the combat capabilities of the People’s National Army and the Naval Forces,” stated the Algerian Ministry of National Defence.
“Al Kassih 2″ Minesweeper is the second of its type obtained by Algeria, intended for safeguarding navigation within its waters and shielding commercial vessels from mine-related threats during wartime or crises,” the Ministry further elaborated.
As per Global Fire Power, Algeria holds the 14th position out of 138 on the ranking of Navy Fleet Strengths for 2020, boasting a total of 201 various warships.
The naval strength of Algeria ranks second within Africa, with Egypt leading the continent and securing the 7th position globally, with an aggregate of 316 assorted warships.
The Algerian naval force operates from numerous bases along the nation’s extensive coastline of nearly 1,440 km (890 mi).
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