Yemen: Oil tanker kidnapped off Hadramout coast by Somali pirates
The hijacking of a tanker off the coast of Hadramout by Somali pirates represents a new escalation in piracy activity in the region. A group of pirates seized the oil tanker "Assana" more than 26 nautical miles from the shores of Hadramout. The Yemeni Coast Guard announced that they are monitoring the incident in coordination with international partners, and currently, patrol boats and reconnaissance aircraft are tracking the situation of the vessel. Some units are moving toward the ship to ensure its safety. The authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the group controlling the tanker or who is responsible for the piracy operation. Meanwhile, surveillance and response efforts continue to mitigate potential threats and underscore the importance of protecting maritime navigation in the area.
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