Piracy resurges off Somalia as UK raises threat level to substantial

Maritime authorities warn of a renewed piracy risk off Somalia after a cargo ship was seized and redirected into Somali waters, prompting UKMTO to raise the threat level to substantial. In the last week, at least four vessels (including a fishing vessel and an oil tanker) have been targeted, signaling a comeback after years of decline. Vessels are urged to transit with caution as favorable weather aids small-boat attacks, with confirmed incidents near Garacad and Mareeyo and the 22 April hijacking of the oil tanker Honour 25 reported by security officials.