Somali

The European Union's anti-piracy naval forces, Operation ATALANTA, have handed over six Somali pirates to Seychelles for trial following an attack on the Crystal Arctic, a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker, which occurred on 10 May in the Gulf of Aden. The attack was thwarted by the vessel's security team firing back. Confirmation of the transfer was made by Operation ATALANTA on Wednesday. The suspects are now in custody awaiting trial. Prior to their handover, a delegation including the Minister of Internal Affairs, a…

A significant number of heavily armed troops have been sent to the Middle Shabelle region by the Somali government to address the recent violent clashes between rival clans. Sulub Ahmed Firin, the Commander of the Somali Police Force, announced that the army's mission is to step in and stop the fighting in the villages near Biyo Adde in Middle Shabelle. He directed the police force to secure the area to prevent further loss of lives. More than 30 people, including innocent women and children, lost their lives in the recent…

The EU's anti-piracy naval mission, Operation ATALANTA, sent six suspected Somali pirates to Seychelles for trial over an attack on the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker Chrystal Arctic. The tanker was targeted in the Gulf of Aden on May 10, but the pirates were thwarted by the ship's security team's gunfire. Confirmation of the transfer came from Operation ATALANTA on Wednesday. The suspects are currently in custody, awaiting trial. Before the handover, a delegation including the Minister of Internal Affairs, a…

In Jigjiga, Ethiopia, a brand new vehicle assembly plant has opened, with an investment of 250 million Birr, marking a significant milestone in the country's industrial growth. The factory, capable of producing up to 10 cars per day, was launched amidst great excitement and hope. Somali Regional President Mustafe Mohamed, leading the event, commended the collaborative work that brought the project to life. "This plant shows our progress in industry and the increasing role of the private sector in our economy," President…

The Bangladeshi bulk carrier MV Abdullah's crew has finally returned home to Bangladesh after a harrowing ordeal at the hands of Somali pirates. The vessel, captured off the coast of Northeastern State in March, safely docked in Chittagong on Monday evening, bringing all 23 crew members back. The MV Abdullah was en route from Mozambique to the United Arab Emirates with a load of coal when pirates attacked in the waters near Somalia. The crew and ship were held captive for 33 days while negotiations took place between the…

In Manama, Bahrain, Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre met with Dr. Abdul Latif Rashid, the President of Iraq, to discuss strengthening their countries' relationship. They also talked about enhancing cooperation in security and exchanging experiences in that field. The meeting focused on mutual interests in security, economy, culture, education, and health, aiming to benefit both nations. Prime Minister Barre highlighted the longstanding relationship between Somalia and Iraq, united in combating terrorist groups within…

Somali pirates abducted Bangladeshi ship crew, who have now returned to Dhaka. MV Abdullah, carrying coal, was hijacked off Somalia's coast. The crew thought they would die during the ordeal. The pirates released the crew after a ransom was paid. The crew faced a nightmare in captivity for 32 days. International naval forces are guarding against piracy. The crew's families were relieved to see them back. Acts of piracy have been on the rise in Somalia. Elite teams have been dispatched to patrol the waters. The crew's…

Somali pirates transported to Seychelles for legal action Six alleged Somali pirates have been sent to the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean for prosecution after being involved in an incident in the Gulf of Aden. They were transported via a European Union vessel following a pirate attack last week. The European Union Naval Force Operation Atalanta confirmed a suspicious incident involving the Chrystal Arctic, a ship flying the Marshall Islands flag, around 100 nautical miles north of Bosaso, Somalia on Friday. Reports indicate…

A captivating image. A European Union vessel is transferring six alleged pirates to Seychelles for potential prosecution after an incident in the Gulf of Aden. Last week, the European Union Naval Force's Operation ATALANTA confirmed a suspicious incident with the Marshall Islands-flagged Chrystal Arctic approximately 100 nautical miles north of Bosaso, Somalia. UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported a vessel carrying five to six armed individuals approaching the tanker. The tanker's Master enacted safety measures…

A crew member from the MV Abdullah ship reunited with his mother at Chattogram Port after being set free by Somali pirates. Twenty-three Bangladeshi cargo ship crew members returned home to an emotional welcome from their families after spending weeks in captivity. The MV Abdullah, carrying over 55,000 tonnes of coal from Mozambique to the UAE, was captured by pirates about 550 nautical miles off the Somali coast in March. This incident occurred during a period of increased pirate activity, prompting international naval…