UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on the 17th a cargo vessel was boarded and seized by eight armed men about 4 nautical miles (7.4 km) south of Mareyo, Somalia. Authorities are investigating; UKMTO urged ships in the area to exercise caution

2026-08-17

UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on the 17th a cargo vessel was boarded and seized by eight armed men about 4 nautical miles (7.4 km) south of Mareyo, Somalia. Authorities are investigating; UKMTO urged ships in the area to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity.