A Malta-flagged, Greek-owned tanker, the Hellas Aphrodite, was attacked and boarded by armed Somali pirates deep in the Indian Ocean, marking the most significant escalation in Somali piracy since 2024. Attackers used machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades to seize the vessel, forcing the crew to take refuge in a fortified safe room.
This incident is part of a sudden resurgence in Somali piracy, with multiple recent attacks and warnings issued to ships in the region. Pirates reportedly used a hijacked Iranian dhow as a mothership, and international naval forces, including the EU, have responded by deploying warships to the area.
The renewed threat has raised concerns about links to regional militant groups and the potential impact on global shipping routes.
.Be the first to reply to this general discussion.
Join in on more popular conversations.
