The Hellenic Navy (HN) (Greek: Πολεμικό Ναυτικό, Polemikó Naftikó, abbreviated ΠΝ) is the naval force of Greece, part of the Greek Armed Forces. The modern Greek navy has its roots in the naval forces of various Aegean Islands, which fought in the Greek War of Independence. During the periods of monarchy (1833–1924 and 1936–1973) it was known as the Royal Navy (Βασιλικόν Ναυτικόν, Vasilikón Naftikón, abbreviated ΒΝ).The total displacement of all the navy's vessels is approximately 150,000 tons.The motto of the Hellenic Navy is "Μέγα το της Θαλάσσης Κράτος" from Thucydides' account of Pericles' oration on the eve of the Peloponnesian War. This has been roughly translated as "Great is the country that controls the sea". The Hellenic Navy's emblem consists of an anchor in front of a crossed Christian cross and trident, with the cross symbolizing Greek Orthodoxy, and the trident symbolizing Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Pericles' words are written across the top of the emblem. "The navy, as it represents a necessary weapon for Greece, should only be created for war and aim to victory."...............The Hellenic Merchant Marine refers to the Merchant Marine of Greece, engaged in commerce and transportation of goods and services universally. It consists of the merchant vessels owned by Greek civilians, flying either the Greek flag or a flag of convenience. Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and a key element of Greek economic activity since the ancient times. Nowadays, Greece has the largest merchant fleet in the world, which is the second largest contributor to the national economy after tourism and forms the backbone of world shipping. The Greek fleet flies a variety of flags, however some Greek shipowners gradually return to Greece following the changes to the legislative framework governing their operations and the improvement of infrastructure.Blogger Tips and Tricks
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Monday, February 21, 2011

Lybian unrest ..[ 2112 ]

Libya: Anti-Gaddafi protests spread to Tripoli

Libyan leader Col Muammar Gadaffi seen on state TV (20 Fen 2011)  
Colonel Gaddafi appeared on state TV on Sunday in bullish mood

Mid-East Unrest

BBC.,20 February 2011 Last updated at 22:14 GMT 
Anti-government rallies have broken out in the Libyan capital Tripoli for the first time during protests against the country's leader, Colonel Muammar Gaddafi.
The sound of gunfire can be heard across the city.
Witnesses say tear gas and live ammunition has been used by the security forces.
There are unconfirmed reports of clashes between pro- and anti-Gaddafi protesters in central Green Square.
Libya has been hit by days of unrest, most of it in the east, where opposition to Col Gaddafi is strongest.
Reports from the eastern city of Benghazi say more than 200 people have died there after the Libyan military used heavy weapons against protesters.
Multiple flashpoints
In Tripoli, protests were reported in four areas of the city late on Sunday.

Mid-East unrest: Libya

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  • Colonel Muammar Gaddafi has led since 1969
  • Population 6.5m; land area 1.77m sq km
  • Population with median age of 24.2, and a literacy rate of 88%
  • Gross national income per head: $12,020 (World Bank 2009)
In the Gourghi area of the city, witnesses said tear gas and live ammunition were used against anti-government protesters. Tear gas was said to have filled the entire neighbourhood, with those sitting outside their homes forced to to go inside.
Correspondents say the spreading of unrest to Tripoli is a significant blow to Col Gaddafi's attempt to contain the protests to the east.
Protesters have been demanding an end to Col Gaddafi's four decades in power, after the success of similar rallies in Egypt and Tunisia.
The brutal suppression of protests in Benghazi has been condemned by the US, UK and other Western nations.
Human Rights Watch says at least 173 people have been killed in Libya since demonstrations began on Wednesday.
Verifying information from Libya has been difficult amid a government clampdown on the internet and media communications.
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