Gulf of Aden
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IMO urges action as piracy resurges in Gulf of Aden
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has called for the immediate and unconditional release of more than 90 seafarers held captive, warning that piracy and armed robbery are making the Gulf of Aden and surrounding waters increasingly dangerous.
Maritime Law & Regulation · 24 Aug 2026Armed Men Hijack Sanctioned Tanker Sibu 1 in Gulf of Aden
Six armed men have seized control of the US-sanctioned product tanker Sibu 1 in the Gulf of Aden and redirected it toward Somalia, according to UKMTO. The incident is the second reported hijacking in the region within days.
Ship Management · 23 Aug 2026Armed Group Reportedly Hijacks Tanker in Gulf of Aden
Six armed individuals reportedly boarded an Eritrea-flagged oil products tanker east of Al Mukalla after it issued a distress call. The vessel is believed to be heading towards Somalia, while the crew’s status remains unknown.
Maritime Law & Regulation · 20 Aug 2026Armed Group Boards Tanker off Yemen and Diverts Vessel Towards Somalia
Six armed people boarded and took control of a tanker in the Gulf of Aden before diverting it towards Somalia, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations. The condition of the crew and vessel remains unknown.
Maritime Law & Regulation · 18 Aug 2026Operation Atalanta confirms bulk carrier Golden Arsenal safe after pirate attack
MV Golden Arsenal has resumed navigation after an attempted pirate attack in the Gulf of Aden. The crew sheltered in the citadel before an Indian Navy team secured the bulk carrier, with no injuries reported.