MT Honour 25
Coverage of MT Honour 25 in the Nexus archive.
- Pakistanis captured by Somali pirates victims of ‘ownership crisis’
The MT Honour 25, a Palau-flagged oil tanker, was hijacked by Somali pirates in April 2026, leaving 17-19 crew members, including 10 Pakistanis, in critical condition due to lack of food, water, and medical supplies. The crew's company has provided no assistance, and negotiations for a $3 million ransom remain stalled.
- Two months on, fate of 10 Pakistani sailors held by Somali pirates hangs in balance
Ten Pakistani sailors aboard the MT Honour 25, a Palau-flagged oil tanker hijacked by Somali pirates two months ago, remain in captivity as their families protest the government's inaction. The government refuses to negotiate with pirates, citing international jurisdiction, while the crew faces deteriorating health due to lack of food, water, and medical supplies.
- Maritime affairs minister contacts Dar, discusses release of Pakistani seamen held hostage by Somali pirates
Maritime Affairs Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry contacted Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Pakistan's envoy in Somalia to discuss the release of 11 Pakistani seamen kidnapped by Somali pirates on April 21. The government is coordinating with the Foreign Office and the ship owner, but the situation remains grave due to the ship's explosive cargo and logistical challenges.