In a sudden upheaval on a seemingly tranquil February morning, the maritime community grappled with unsettling news of Category 2 piracy off Kutubdia Anchorage, Bangladesh, followed by a more severe Category 3 incident in the notorious Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS) the next day.
Amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in global trade routes due to the war between Russia and Ukraine, the 5th Balkans and Black Sea Forum explored alternatives for a secure..
In an era dominated by digital advancements, the maritime sector stands at a critical juncture. With the ever-increasing reliance on technology, the threat of cyber attacks has escalated, posing..
In the strategic Red Sea and Suez Canal route, critical for 10% of global trade, Houthi rebel drone attacks have unveiled deficiencies in ship alert systems, creating a perilous environment for..
Libya, once a major player in global oil markets, faces challenges in realizing its oil potential due to a tumultuous history characterized by political instability, sanctions, and civil unrest.
In the wake of the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden have become focal points due to escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on merchant ships since November 2023.
Reports indicate a troubling escalation in Houthi attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, with sources revealing the active participation of commanders from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps..
The concept of Dynamic Equilibrium in regional diplomacy, particularly within Indonesia's defense diplomacy, revolves around establishing a dynamic balance among the forces involved, avoiding..
In the past two months, the waters around Yemen have witnessed an escalation in Houthi militant attacks on merchant shipping near the Bab el Mandeb strait, connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.