Somalipirates
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Civilian killed as Somali pirates clash over ransom
One civilian was killed in an exchange of fire between Somali pirates arguing over their shares of a large ransom paid last week.
Somali-held tanker may cause oil spill, says UN agency
A Greek-flagged oil tanker seized by Somali pirates last month could create an ”environmental catastrophe”, the UN’s shipping agency said on Thursday.
Seychelles strives to defend territory against Somali pirates
The Seychelles is engaged in an unprecedented military drive in a bid to keep marauding Somali pirates at bay.
UN extends mandate for Somalia anti-piracy operations
The UN Security Council has voted unanimously to extend for another 12 months a mandate to conduct anti-piracy operations off the coast of Somalia.
Somali pirates claim to have seized two more vessels
Somali pirates said on Wednesday they had hijacked a fishing vessel and another ship in the Indian Ocean believed to be carrying oil.
Somali pirates claim to be holding British couple
Somali pirates said on Tuesday they had seized a yacht with a British couple aboard and were taking the vessel to the Horn of Africa nation.
China mulls rescue of hijacked sailors in Somalia
China has not ruled out military action to rescue the crew of a coal ship hijacked by Somali pirates, although it is also pursuing negotiations.
Somali pirates seize Singapore container ship
Somali pirates on Thursday seized a Singapore-flagged container ship in the Indian Ocean near the Seychelles, according to maritime sources.
Interpol: Somali pirates controlled by syndicates
Pirates operating off Somalia are being controlled by crime syndicates, Interpol and other officials said on Wednesday.
Hijackings by Somali pirates of two ships foiled
Attempted nighttime hijackings by Somali pirates of two ships have been foiled in the Gulf of Aden, a maritime official said on Tuesday.
Coalition prepared for any surge in Somali piracy
Forces patrolling the waters off Somalia are prepared to deal with an expected surge of piracy in the wake of the end of the monsoon season.
Nations pledge funds to help fight Somali piracy
An informal band of nations and organisations fighting piracy off the coast of Somalia have agreed to set up two new international funds.
Somalia detains hostages freed by pirates
A deal to swap three hostages held by pirates with 23 prisoners accused of piracy was halted by Saudi authorities, officials said on Monday.
Nato launches new anti-piracy drive off Somalia
Nato on Monday launched operation Ocean Shield to help fight rampant piracy off the Horn of Africa.
Somali pirates free Malaysian tug after ransom
Somali pirates on Monday released a Malaysian-owned tugboat that had been held for more than seven months after a ransom was paid, an official said.