What measures can Red Sea ships take to counter Houthi attacks?

What measures can Red Sea ships take to counter Houthi attacks?

With the challenge of Houthi terrorism, vessels transiting the Bab al-Mandab Strait have been subject to an increase in attacks at sea not seen since the rise of the Somali pirates. However, best practices developed to combat piracy can also be used to counter maritime terrorism. Many shipping companies have opted to circumvent Africa … Read more

Cargo ship with 15 Indians on board hijacked near Somalia

Cargo ship with 15 Indians on board hijacked near Somalia

Representative image New Delhi: A cargo ship, ‘MV LILA NORFOLK’ has been hijacked late last evening near the coast of Somalia and is being closely watched by the Indian Navy which has rushed a warship towards it, military officials said on Friday. The hijacked ship has 15 Indians on board and communication has been established … Read more