6 Armed Men Seize Vessel Off Yemen, Divert It Toward Somalia

Six armed men boarded and seized control of a vessel off Yemen before diverting it toward Somalia, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations.

The incident occurred about 136 nautical miles east of Mukalla while the vessel was sailing west through the Gulf of Aden.

Tanker Issued Distress Call

Initial reports indicated that the tanker issued a distress call after an unauthorized vessel approached it. The armed men subsequently boarded and took control.

Crew’s Condition Unknown

The vessel’s name and flag were not immediately disclosed. No information was available about the number or condition of crew members aboard.

Maritime and security authorities are monitoring the incident amid renewed concerns about piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off Somalia.