Tag: hostages
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Indonesian sailor kidnapped
Abu Sayyaf Group suspected of abduction. Indonesian sailor kidnapped in Sulu Sea By Saifulbahri Ismail JAKARTA: An Indonesian sailor has been abducted by unidentified gunmen in the Sulu Sea in yet […]
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Navy issues Delta threat
Only MEND is negotiating with government. Surrender or be wiped-out – Navy warns militants Kess Ewubare The Nigerian Navy has warned militants in the Niger Delta to embrace the peace […]
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Fast patrols for Philippines?
New assets would ensure greater coverage. Philippine Navy open for fast craft purchase Procurement of more fast craft would bolster the Philippine Navy’s response in addressing the country’s internal security […]
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RIMPAC Round Up
The exercise encourages partnership and understanding but also shows off important new capabilities. RIMPAC 2016: Bringing China Closer while Displaying Combat Prowess By Steven Stashwick The U.S. Pacific Fleet-sponsored Rim […]
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Nigerian Navy claim success
Navy claiming early victory. Operation ‘Tsare Teku’ has reduced piracy, hostage taking – Navy The Nigerian Navy on Tuesday said that Operation ‘Tsare Teku’ had reduced piracy and hostage taking […]
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Vigilance urged in Red Sea
Calls for vigilance after a false alarm. Merchant fleet remain on Red Sea alert despite piracy false alarm By Kent Gray from Dubai Ships transiting the Red Sea have been […]
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Joint patrols at last
Agreement reached at long last. Indonesia to start joint sea patrols with Malaysia, Philippines Marguerite Afra Sapiie Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines on Monday signed a document on standard operating […]
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Indo calls for action against pirates
Defense minister calls on Malaysian, Philippine counterparts to implement agreements on security in militant hotbed seas. Indonesia calls on neighbors to act against piracy By Ainur Rohmah Indonesia’s defense minister […]
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More P-81s for India
Maritime surveillance aircraft join Indian Navy. To check Chinese presence, India orders 4 spy planes for $1bn from Boeing: Report India signed a contract on Wednesday to buy four maritime spy […]
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China to fight GoG piracy
China expands its African footprint. Chinese soldiers to join anti-piracy efforts in the Gulf of Guinea Chinese soldiers will assist Western African countries in securing navigational safety in the Gulf […]
