https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/amid-wider-regional-turmoil-the-pirates-are-backContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/amid-wider-regional-turmoil-the-pirates-are-backhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/amid-wider-regional-turmoil-the-pirates-are-back#u46495Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:21:03 +0000Somali pirates have hijacked several ships in recent days, including an oil tanker off Yemen and a cargo ship carrying Turkish weapons. The surge in piracy comes amid wider regional turmoil, with six armed individuals seizing the Sibu 1 ship. Two hijackings occurred in just four days, according to reports.Why it mattersThe resurgence of Somali piracy is linked to the ongoing Iran war and regional instability. Pirates are targeting ships in the area, taking advantage of the chaos. This development has significant implications for global shipping and security.What is confirmedSomali pirates have