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Turkish and Somali Forces Free Hijacked Vessel After Pirate Skirmish

Joint operations between Turkish and Somali military units successfully rescued a hijacked merchant vessel following a firefight that resulted in the deaths of fourteen pirates. Officials confirmed the safe release of the crew and the recovery of the seized ship.

29 Aug, 16:56 — 29 Aug, 16:56
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APVery High3h ago

Turkish vessel freed after seizure by pirates, Somali officials say - AP News

Turkish vessel freed after seizure by pirates, Somali officials say  AP News

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AP29 Aug, 16:56First to report

Turkish vessel freed after seizure by pirates, Somali officials say - AP News

index-hr29 Aug, 17:11

Turski i somalski specijalci oslobodili oteti brod, ubili 14 pirata

aftonbladet29 Aug, 17:13

Kapat fartyg återtagit från pirater efter strider

svenska-dagbladet29 Aug, 17:17

Kapat fartyg återtaget efter strider

1h later
delfi-lt29 Aug, 18:43

Turkijos ir Somalio pajėgos išlaisvino užgrobtą laivą

digi2429 Aug, 19:25Latest update

Militari somalezi și turci au eliberat o navă deturnată şi au ucis 14 piraţi

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