Pirații somalezi s-au întors în largul Africii. 17 atacuri în 2026 și o nouă amenințare

Piracy has resurfaced off the coast of Somalia, with at least 17 attacks reported in 2026, marking a significant increase in incidents. The resurgence is linked to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts and Somalia's deteriorating economic and security situation. Pirates have captured vessels and taken crew members hostage, demanding ransoms. The Honour 25 incident, where five crew members were killed, highlights the severity of the situation. Despite international military efforts reducing piracy since 2013, the frequency of attacks has risen again. Factors contributing to this include military resource reallocations due to conflicts, increased oil prices making tankers more attractive targets, and Somalia's weak maritime institutions struggling with internal security issues and economic hardship.