🚨 Attackers Board Ship off Somalia After Firing RPG

 

In a fresh reminder of the ongoing piracy threat in East African waters, armed attackers have boarded a commercial ship off the coast of Somalia after reportedly firing rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs) at the vessel.

According to maritime security sources, the assault occurred in the Gulf of Aden, a key shipping route connecting the Red Sea to the Arabian Sea. The attackers managed to breach the ship’s defenses before international naval forces intervened. Details about casualties or damage remain unclear.

This incident highlights a resurgence of maritime insecurity in the region, despite years of anti-piracy patrols. Experts warn that political instability and economic hardship in Somalia continue to fuel piracy and armed attacks at sea.

Authorities are urging vessels transiting the area to remain on high alert and follow all safety protocols issued by international maritime agencies.

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