The Pirates of Somalia

The Brazen Pirates of Somalia This year, close to 90 ships have been seized in and around the Gulf of Aden, more than triple the number of 2007
Jason R. Zalasky / US Navy / EPA

Crime Wave
Though piracy has been a problem off the coast of Somalia for a long time, the last month has seen a rise in their frequency and intensity. This Chinese fishing vessel was attacked on November 16.

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