Armed Skiff Attacks Commercial Vessel in Gulf of Aden
On June 17, 2026, an armed skiff carrying an unknown number of assailants fired upon a commercial ship approximately 105 nautical miles northeast of Aden. The vessel's onboard security team successfully returned fire and repelled the attack, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident follows a reported rise in piracy and armed skiff activity in the region, threatening maritime traffic despite broader regional de-escalation efforts.