Piracy rises off Somalia as US-Israeli war on Iran diverts naval forces
Summary
Somali pirates have captured more than a dozen sailors, mostly from Pakistan. This rise in pirate attacks has happened as naval forces focus on the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran.Key Facts
- More than twelve sailors are held by Somali pirates.
- Most of the captured sailors are from Pakistan.
- Pirate hijackings and attacks have increased off Somalia.
- The increase follows a war involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
- Naval forces have shifted their attention because of this conflict.
- This shift has allowed piracy to grow in Somali waters.
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