The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) claimed on Thursday that it had been informed about an incident involving a ship being attacked by an armed group near the shores of Somalia.
"UKMTO has received a report that 5 to 6 unauthorised armed persons have boarded a merchant vessel in the vicinity of 460NM East of Eyl, Somalia. Master reports crew have been mustered in the Citadel," the organization posted on X.
The UKMTO advised all vessels to proceed with caution and promptly report any suspicious activities to their organization.
