The UN Security Council has recently voted to urge a stepped up international crackdown against piracy occurring along the coast of Somalia. The vote was unanimous, and intended to urge this stepped up action from all countries that have any kind of a stake in maritime safety. The UN Security Council is hoping that these [...]

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Here in the United States, when we think of pirates, we usually think of Captain Hook, Johnny Depp or long ago myths. However, in many parts of the world, and even in our own waters, pirates are a real risk. They may not say “Aye, Matey” and make people walk the plank, but this latest [...]

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