Tag: Puntland coast
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The Resurgence of Somali Piracy: The Hijacking and Liberation of the Yemeni-Flagged Dhow Al Najma
Resurgence of Somali Piracy: The Hijacking of the Yemeni-Flagged Dhow Al Najma Picture this: On February 8, 2025, a Yemeni-flagged dhow named Al Najma was hijacked off the coast of Eyl, a town in the Puntland region of Somalia, notorious for pirate activity. This incident is part of a broader resurgence of piracy in the…
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The Resurgence of Somali Piracy: Trends, Historical Context, and Future Strategies
Somali Piracy: Current Trends, Historical Context, and Future Projections Somali Piracy Current Trends and Implications The current state of piracy off the coast of Somalia indicates a complex evolution characterized by both decreased global piracy incidents and a troubling resurgence of pirate activities in Somali waters. Recent reports show that during the first nine months…