Larnaca welcomes USS New York: Honoring American history

The USS New York made its inaugural visit to Larnaca as part of the WASP Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24 MEU) operating in the Eastern Mediterranean.

U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus Julie Davis Fisher welcomed the ship’s arrival on X, noting its exceptional history.

We welcome the USS NEW YORK to Larnaca for her first visit to as part of the WASP Amphibious Ready Group & @The24MEU operating in the East Med. This ship carries exceptional history with her - part of the hull is made from steel recovered from the World Trade Center after 9/11 pic.twitter.com/T4DTl1xuqi

— Julie Davis Fisher (@USAmbCy) October 14, 2024

The USS New York is significant for having part of its hull constructed from steel recovered from the World Trade Center after the September 11 attacks, symbolizing resilience and strength.

The ship’s visit highlights the United States' commitment to regional security and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean.