06.04.2011
Text: BSF Information Support Group
Photo: Large landing ship Yamal in Istanbul. BSF Information Support Group
Black Sea Fleet (BSF) large landing ship Yamal called at Turkish port Istanbul on Apr 5.
The ship represents the Russian Federation at spring activation of
BLACKSEAFOR task force. Along with warships of Black Sea countries,
Yamal will participate in festivities related to 10th anniversary of
BLACKSEAFOR. The jubilee activities will be also attended by naval commanders of all Black Sea states and officers heading the joint force during all activations.
BSF band, chorus and dance team arrived in Istanbul on board
Yamal to assist participation of the Russian side in the
BLACKSEAFOR jubilee.
Ships of the international force are moored at the Bosporus Strait. In accordance with schedule, first day of the activation is given for protocol activities, installation of comm equipment on
BLACKSEAFOR ships, and organizational briefing on moorage at Istanbul port.
Large landing ship
Yamal will stay in Turkey till Apr 11.
