Alarm Raised Over Dire Conditions Of Hostage Crews Held By Somali Pirates

Somali pirates continue to hold the crews of three vessels — MT HONOUR 25, SWARD, and MV EUREKA — in the Western Indian Ocean/Gulf of Aden region, with deteriorating humanitarian conditions prompting international calls for intervention. The DCoC/JA warns that piracy in the area remains an active threat, urging all maritime stakeholders to maintain strict vigilance and adhere to Best Management Practices.