Pirates in the Gulf: A New Wave of Maritime Menace The latest hijackings off Yemen and Somalia serve as a stark reminder that despite international efforts, piracy remains a persistent threat to global commerce and safety at sea.
Two tankers, one carrying 16 Indian crew members, were hijacked by armed pirates approaching with unauthorized vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
India is particularly vulnerable to maritime security threats due to its significant exposure as the world's second largest supplier of seafarers.