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Black Sea Shadow Fleet Tankers Targeted in Drone Attacks

A Chinese-owned crude oil tanker, Elbus, reported being attacked by a suspected drone in the Black Sea while sailing near Turkey. The vessel arrived at Inebolu port under its own power, with no injuries or pollution reported. The incident is part of a series of drone attacks on tankers in the region, with Ukraine initially claiming responsibility for previous attacks, though it denies involvement in this case. Authorities are inspecting the vessel to assess damage and determine the attack's source.

via The Maritime Executive|

#black-sea #chinese-tanker #drone-attack

world2 months ago•2 min saved

EU naval forces rescue tanker and crew from Somali pirates

A Malta-flagged tanker, Hellas Aphrodite, was attacked by Somali pirates but all 24 crew members were rescued safely by the EU naval force ESPS Victoria, amid a resurgence of piracy off Somalia's coast after years of decline, raising concerns about regional maritime security.

via Euronews.com|

#eu-naval-force #hellas-aphrodite #maritime-security

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Somali Pirates Escalate Attacks with Tanker Seizure

EU naval forces rescued 24 crew members from the Maltese-flagged oil tanker Hellas Aphrodite, which was seized by Somali pirates off the coast of Somalia. The crew remained safe inside a citadel during the attack, and the pirates abandoned the ship after a show of force by the EU forces. Despite a decline in piracy over the past decade, recent attacks and regional tensions have led to a resurgence of piracy activities in the area.

via BBC|

#eu-naval-forces #hellas-aphrodite #maritime-security

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EU Naval Forces Rescues Tanker and Crew Amid Somali Pirate Attacks

A European Union naval force successfully rescued the Maltese-flagged tanker Hellas Aphrodite from Somali pirates, with the crew safe and no injuries reported. The operation involved a show of force that caused the pirates to flee, and ongoing efforts are underway to intercept the pirates' mother ship and dhow. Despite a decline in piracy incidents since 2011, recent attacks indicate the threat persists in the region.

via Al Jazeera|

#eu-naval-force #hellas-aphrodite #maritime-security

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Pirates escalate attacks on ships off Somalia amid regional tensions

Pirates boarded a Malta-flagged tanker off Somalia, but the crew took refuge in a safe room and remains in control of the vessel, amid a recent surge in piracy incidents in the region that has raised concerns for global shipping routes. EU naval forces are responding to the incident, which marks a significant escalation since 2024.

via Reuters|

#gulf-of-aden #maritime-security #piracy

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Somali Pirates Launch Grenade Attacks and Board Ships

Pirates off the Somali coast attacked a gasoline-carrying ship, firing weapons and boarding the vessel, but all crew members are safe and have taken shelter. The incident is part of a recent resurgence in piracy in the region, prompting international naval assistance.

via BBC|

#eu-naval-forces #maritime-security #pirates

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Pirates Attack Somali Coast Ship with RPGs

Somali pirates attacked and boarded the gasoline tanker Hellas Aphrodite off the coast of Somalia, marking the first such seizure in over a year and raising concerns about a resurgence in piracy activities in the region, with international efforts responding to the threat.

via AP News|

#eu-counter-piracy #maritime-security #piracy-resurgence

world2 months ago•3 min saved

US Calls for ASEAN Unity Against China's South China Sea Claims

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged Southeast Asian nations to strengthen their maritime forces and work together to counter China's increasingly aggressive actions in the South China Sea, emphasizing the need for a regional code of conduct and enhanced surveillance to deter provocations, amid ongoing tensions and China's rejection of US criticism.

via AP News|

#asean #china #maritime-security

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EU Plans to Increase Inspection Powers Over Russia's Shadow Fleet

The EU is seeking to enhance its authority to board and inspect vessels from the Russian shadow fleet, aiming to strengthen maritime security and counter illicit activities, according to a recent document.

via politico.eu|

#eu #maritime-security #policy

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British Ship Damaged in Yemen Gulf Attack

A ship, possibly the Falcon tanker, was struck by an unknown projectile off Yemen in the Gulf of Aden, caught fire, and the crew was preparing to abandon ship amid ongoing Houthi rebel attacks on shipping in the region. The incident highlights the ongoing maritime security challenges posed by the Houthis, who have targeted ships and threatened regional stability.

via AP News|

#gulf-of-aden #houthi-rebels #maritime-security

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France Detains Russian-Linked Tanker Crew Amid Rising Drone and Sabotage Incidents

France is investigating the captain of an oil tanker, part of the Russian ghost fleet, after a series of drone incursions near Denmark. French Navy commandos boarded the ship, which is flying under the flag of Benin and was near Denmark during the incidents, and detained the crew for questioning. The investigation focuses on potential violations related to the drone activities and the ship's registration, amid broader concerns about maritime security and sanctions evasion.

via The Daily Beast|

#drone-incidents #france #maritime-security

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Houthi Attacks Disrupt Red Sea Shipping, Causing Casualties and Insurance Spikes

A resurgence of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, including sinking ships and kidnapping crew, has increased risks for maritime trade, leading many shipowners to avoid the route due to lack of naval protection and heightened tensions linked to the Gaza conflict and regional geopolitics.

via Financial Times|

#gaza-conflict #houthi #maritime-security

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Multiple Red Sea Ship Attacks by Houthis Result in Rescues, Killings, and Kidnappings

Four seafarers were rescued after over 48 hours in the Red Sea following the sinking of the Greek ship Eternity C by Houthi militants, who also kidnapped some crew members. The attack, part of ongoing Houthi efforts linked to regional conflicts and tensions with Israel, has escalated concerns over maritime security in a vital global shipping route, with ongoing searches for missing crew and international calls for restraint and safety.

via The Guardian|

#houthi-attacks #maritime-security #red-sea

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Houthi Attacks in Red Sea Result in Multiple Ship Sinkings and Casualties

Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for sinking a cargo ship in the Red Sea, resulting in at least two deaths and 15 missing crew members, amid ongoing regional tensions and attacks on maritime vessels linked to Yemen's conflict.

via The Washington Post|

#houthi-rebels #maritime-security #red-sea-attack

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Houthis escalate Red Sea attacks amid rising casualties and international tensions

Yemen's Houthis have sunk a second cargo ship in the Red Sea within a week, attacking vessels with rockets and explosives, claiming to target ships linked to Israel amid ongoing regional tensions. The attacks have resulted in multiple casualties, rescue operations, and international condemnation, highlighting threats to maritime security and freedom of navigation in the region.

via BBC|

#cargo-ships #maritime-security #military-attack