Why is piracy rising off Somalia again — and is the Iran war responsible?
At least four vessels have been hijacked in the past week or two, raising fears of a piracy resurgence.
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At least four vessels have been hijacked in the past week or two, raising fears of a piracy resurgence.
More than a dozen sailors, mostly from Pakistan, are being held by Somali pirates as hijackings and harassment surge.
New roles at the UN and African Union mark a shift from being the subject of decisions to helping shape…
UN relief coordinator Tom Fletcher has slammed the war on Iran during a visit to Somalia.
Hijacking reported as maritime traffic is diverted towards Africa while Strait of Hormuz is essentially closed.
In Somalia, displaced communities face starvation as humanitarian funds decrease, leaving them without assistance or hope.
The UK's maritime monitor reports at least four suspected piracy incidents in the past week off the coast of Somalia.
Drought, failed rains, and conflict drive 6.5 million Somalis into hunger; children face acute malnutrition risks.
The decision comes months after Israel became the first country to recognise the territory, in a widely condemned move.
Known for desecrating a monument to victims of sexual slavery, the former YouTuber was convicted on multiple charges and given…
Johnny Somali sparked outrage after kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves.
Army killed the fighters with the help of an international partner that carried out air strikes.