A Spanish sailor was evacuated by the Armed Forces of Malta this morning, after needing medical assistance as he was suffering from chest pain.

The AFM said the sailor was on the Spanish frigate Navarra. He was transferred to the AFM's Airwing by the Spanish frigate helicopter at 7.45am and taken to Mater Dei Hospital.

His condition is not known. 

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