Somali Pirates Hijack Yemeni Fishing Vessel Off Horn Of Africa

A Yemeni fishing dhow has been hijacked by suspected Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa on February 9, 2025. The European Union’s naval mission, EUNAVFOR Atalanta, confirmed the incident, stating that investigations are underway.

The attack took place near Eyl, a coastal town in Somalia’s Puntland region. Maritime security firm Ambrey reported that the pirates stole three small boats fitted with 60-horsepower engines before fleeing.

A suspected pirate action group was later seen departing from the area.

In 2011, when Somali piracy was at its peak, a total of 32 ships and 736 hostages were held by pirates, with 237 reported attacks.

Since then, it has been largely contained due to international naval patrols and improved governance in Somalia. Piracy in the region cost the global economy an estimated $7 b…

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