Indian Navy Scares off Pirates

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

An Indian Navy spokesperson said the MT Nordik Spirit, a Norway flag vessel, was attacked off the Somalia Coast by pirates firing small arms. The Indian Navy warship flew out helicopters with marine commandos and the pirates retreated. The incident occurred around 3 pm local time.

(Source: The Times of India)

Categories: Maritime Security

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