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Somali Pirates Reignite Fears with Third Boat Seizure in Recent Weeks In an unexpected resurgence of maritime piracy, Somali pirates have once again struck off the Horn of Africa, reportedly commandeering a Yemeni fishing vessel. This unsettling incident marks the third hijacking to jolt the waters in recent weeks, underscoring a renewed threat that maritime authorities are scrambling to address. Details Emerge from the High Seas A European naval force operating under EUNAVFOR Atalanta broke the news,…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a disquieting development that harkens back to challenging times, a fishing vessel bearing the Yemeni flag has fallen into the hands of pirates off the Somali coast, near Durdura, proximal to Eyl. It's a stark reminder of a peril that many hoped had been consigned to the annals of history. Seven men, armed and presumably desperate, commandeered the vessel this past Sunday, taking with them eight Somali crew members. The European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR), which spearheads anti-piracy…

Piracy Resurfacing in Troubled Waters: A Renewed Maritime Challenge By February 22, the enigmatic departure of the assailants from the vessel left many questions unanswered. It was rather peculiar, wasn't it? This unplanned exit set the stage for Operation Atalanta forces to execute what they called a “friendly approach” the following day. They gathered valuable intelligence from the crew, teasing out details that only those who actually mar the murky waters would know. European forces have been diligently…

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- In a scene reminiscent of tales from a bygone era, suspected Somali pirates unceremoniously abandoned a Yemeni fishing vessel they had commandeered for several tense days. The Saytuun-2 dhow, which plies the timeless waters of the Middle East, was thrust into the spotlight when it was seized off Somalia’s precarious coastline, only to be released five days later. Some might ask, what compels modern-day buccaneers to such bold acts? A European naval group, EUNAVFOR Atalanta, chronicled…

Mogadishu (AX) — Imagine a tranquil fishing voyage on the azure waves near Northeastern State's rugged coast, suddenly turned into a harrowing tale of piracy. The European Union's naval forces, vigilant as ever, have recently orchestrated a commendable rescue of a Yemeni fishing vessel named Al Najma, which fell prey to piracy off Somalia's restless coastline. What does this mean for a world striving for safer seas? This latest chapter unfolded on February 8, 2025, when the Al Najma, proudly flying Yemen's flag, found…

MOGADISHU, Somalia – Imagine the unforgiving depths of the ocean, where shadows of ships have danced for centuries. On a tranquil Monday, a slice of maritime turmoil reared its head off the Horn of Africa. Somali pirates, long-silent ghosts of the sea, have reportedly captured a Yemeni fishing vessel. As the sun dipped below the horizon, authorities confirmed the maritime upheaval with a shiver of uncertainty. EUNAVFOR Atalanta, representing a European naval initiative in these turbulent waters, assured that…

The relentless pillage of yellowfin tuna in Somali waters is a troubling saga, unravelling as a grim tale affecting local livelihoods and looming ominously over global food security. The ripples of this exploitation stretch far and wide, touching ecosystems and economies in profoundly unsettling ways. But, how did this come to pass? One can't help but wonder about the brazen illegal activities by Chinese vessels, which have become a stark symbol of unchecked ambition and disregard for maritime laws. These vessels prowl…

Mogadishu (AX) — A startling revelation has emerged from ENACT Africa, an EU-initiated program focused on thwarting the scourge of transnational organized crime within the continent. The fresh data paints a grim picture, spotlighting how illicit fishing activities are wreaking havoc on Somalia's aquatic bounty, endangering the much-coveted yellowfin tuna, and unearthing glaring gaps in maritime management. It's a real fishy business, if you ask me! Could you imagine a more tantalizing prospect? Somalia, boasting the…

Ah, the perils of the high seas! Just when we thought the waters of the Gulf of Aden were safe, the specter of maritime piracy raises its head again. Recently, a Chinese fishing crew found themselves in the deep end—a bit too literally—after an unforeseen hijacking aboard their vessel. The oceans around the Horn of Africa, previously notorious for piracy, seemed to have calmed. But with this new incident, one wonders: has piracy made an unwanted comeback? Remarkably, and much to the relief of their loved ones, the crew…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Picture this: a hijacked fishing vessel, reminiscent of a high-seas drama, finds its rightful freedom after two harrowing months held hostage off the Somali coast. The Chinese embassy confirmed the rescue, celebrating the safe return of 18 resilient crew members. Their release marks the end of a maritime nightmare that could have been lifted straight from a pirate saga. Unfolding like chapters in a tense novel, news of their liberation appeared on X—what some still fondly recall as Twitter. The embassy…