Pirates Hijack Ship Just Off The Coast Of Oman

Pirates Hijack Ship Just Off The Coast Of Oman Nairobi, Kenya - The EU force to fight against piracy, says pirates have hijacked a ship off the African coast only 35 miles (55 km) south of the coast of Oman.

EU naval force, said that at least 10 pirates MV Susan stood up when it was forced on Friday.

German-owned ship was en route to Sudan, Mumbai, India. The ship had a crew of four Ukrainians and Filipinos 10-6.

Pirates have continued their attacks off East Africa, despite the presence of a flotilla of international naval vessels. The ransom paid by a boat and crew is reported in about $ 5,000,000.