Remember those harrowing news stories about Somali pirates hijacking ships? Well, they're back, and it's causing trouble for shipping companies. Here's a quick rundown

Piracy on the Rise After years of decline, pirate attacks are increasing off the coast of Somalia. This is bad news for shipping companies already dealing with threats from Yemen's Houthi militia in the Red Sea.

More Costs for Shippers These attacks mean higher expenses for shipping companies. They have to pay more for armed guards, insurance, and potentially even ransoms.

Exploiting Distractions Somali pirates are taking advantage of the international community's focus on Houthi attacks further north to launch their own operations.

International Response The recent rescue of a hijacked ship by the Indian Navy shows there's still a fight against piracy. But some countries are hesitant about using military force.

Concerns About Escalation While the situation isn't as bad as it was back in 2008, there's worry that piracy could become a major problem again if left unchecked.

This resurgence of piracy highlights the need for continued vigilance and international cooperation to keep shipping lanes safe.