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Coverage of Piracy in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Apr 14 · 00:00 UTCMost recent: May 11 · 09:19 UTC
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  • SECURITYMay 11 · 09:19 UTCDEUTSCHE WELLE
    Somali piracy disrupts global shipping and trade routes

    Somali piracy is resurgencing as ships reroute around Africa to avoid Middle East conflict zones. This disruption is driving up insurance costs, transit times, and security expenses, creating significant pressure on global supply chains.

  • SECURITYMay 1 · 20:16 UTCAL JAZEERA
    Somali piracy resurfaces in the lightly-protected waters

    Piracy concerns are rising off the coast of Somalia due to the government's inability to patrol the vast coastline. The resurgence highlights security challenges in the region.

  • WORLDMay 1 · 10:12 UTCBBC WORLD
    Israel releases all but two activists in Greece after intercepting Gaza aid flotilla

    Israel released all but two activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla after intercepting the Gaza aid mission. The flotilla condemned the interception as 'piracy,' while Israel's foreign ministry dismissed it as a 'PR stunt.'

  • SECURITYMay 1 · 06:10 UTCAL JAZEERA
    Why is piracy rising off Somalia again — and is the Iran war responsible?

    Piracy is resurging off the coast of Somalia, with at least four vessels hijacked in the past week or two, raising concerns about renewed threats in the region. The article questions whether the Iran war is contributing to this increase in maritime attacks.

  • WORLDApr 30 · 14:42 UTCAL JAZEERA
    ‘Act of piracy’: World reacts to Israeli interception of Gaza aid flotilla

    Israel intercepted a Gaza aid flotilla, which world leaders condemned as a violation of international law. The incident has been labeled an 'act of piracy' by global observers.

  • SECURITYApr 27 · 06:53 UTCBBC WORLD
    Another vessel seized off Somali coast as threat level increased

    The UK's maritime monitor reported at least four suspected piracy incidents in the past week off the coast of Somalia, highlighting an increased threat level. This follows previous vessel seizures in the region, underscoring ongoing security concerns.

  • SECURITYApr 24 · 17:04 UTCBBC WORLD
    Pirates hijack oil tanker off the coast of Somalia

    Pirates hijacked an oil tanker off the coast of Somalia, marking a resurgence of piracy in the Indian Ocean region. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in the area.

  • SECURITYApr 22 · 12:33 UTCAL JAZEERA
    Iran calls US ship seizure ‘piracy’: Is it?

    Iran accuses the US of piracy for seizing its ships in international waters, a practice that has continued since the early stages of the conflict between the two nations. The US has been targeting Iranian vessels as part of its broader military and economic strategies against Iran.

  • SECURITYApr 20 · 10:06 UTCAL JAZEERA
    US captures Iranian ship Touska amid mediation efforts: All we know

    The US claims to have captured the Iranian ship Touska, alleging it was evading a naval blockade. Iran has condemned the action as 'piracy', highlighting tensions between the two nations.

  • TECHNOLOGYApr 15 · 08:05 UTCHACKER NEWS
    Anna's Archive Loses $322M Spotify Piracy Case Without a Fight

    Anna's Archive lost a $322 million piracy case against Spotify without contesting, marking a significant legal defeat. The case centered on copyright infringement allegations related to torrent distribution.

  • WORLDApr 14 · 00:00 UTCAL JAZEERA
    Iran war live: Trump says Tehran wants deal as US blockade in Hormuz begins

    The article reports on tensions between the US and Iran, with Trump stating Tehran seeks a deal while the US imposes a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran accuses the US of piracy, and thousands rally in Tehran against the blockade.

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