In a successful operation, the Seychelles coast guard rescued six Sri Lankan fishermen, kidnapped by Somali pirates who hijacked their vessel in international waters. The armed hijackers have been arrested. The incident, occurring 840 nautical miles east of Somalia, raised concerns about a resurgence in Somali pirate activity. Promptly notifying regional countries, Sri Lanka’s navy collaborated with the Seychelles coast guard to thwart the hijackers. The fishermen and their boat are now safely en route to Seychelles. This event follows Sri Lanka’s recent commitment to a U.S.-led operation against Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea, highlighting ongoing piracy threats.
Seychelles Coast Guard Rescues Sri Lankan Fishermen from Somali Pirates
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