Piracy in the Gulf of Aden

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Twenty armed people have boarded a cargo ship off the coast of Somalia, latest in a series of attacks by Somali pirates. The ship is a Bangladesh-flagged bulk carrier heading to the UAE. The crew's whereabouts are unknown.

Key Points

  • Resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden
  • Bangladesh-flagged bulk carrier targeted
  • Possible link to recent conflicts in Yemen and Gaza

Pros

  • Increased awareness about piracy threats in the region

Cons

  • Risk to crew members and disruption of maritime trade