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Puntland accuses Somali officials of facilitating ransom talks for hijacked ship
Somalia
First seen: Aug 30, 2026, 11:47 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 30, 2026, 8:46 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
Puntland alleges that Somali officials contacted pirates and facilitated ransom negotiations over the hijacked MV LUTUF.
SO WHAT?
The allegations point to possible state-linked involvement in maritime piracy and insecurity off Somalia.
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