Somali Pirates Hijack Second Cargo Ship in a Week as Danger Returns to Horn of Africa

Somali pirates have hijacked a second cargo ship in a single week, signaling a return of substantial danger to commercial shipping in the Horn of Africa. This resurgence of piracy threatens global trade routes and necessitates a renewed international naval presence to protect merchant vessels. The situation indicates that counter-piracy efforts have not been fully sustained, leaving the region vulnerable to renewed attacks.