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Pirates Attack LPG Carrier, Kidnap Crew Off West Africa
An LPG carrier has become the latest target of the ongoing piracy off West Africa, with reports confirming that nine of the ship’s crew have been kidnapped and one injured. The vessel was underway bound for Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, when it was boarded. Security group Vanguard reports the vessel was approximately 50 nautical miles west
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Piracy Incidents Reach Five-Year Peak, Driven by Surge in Singapore Strait
The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has reported a sharp 50% increase in piracy and armed robbery incidents against ships in the first half of 2025, marking the highest mid-year tally since 2020. A total of 90 incidents were recorded, up from 60 during the same period in 2024, with the Singapore Strait emerging as