CTF 150 forces have seized more than 18 tons of narcotics during 2009, highlighting the continual presence in the region and the commitment to creating and maintaining a lawful maritime order. In 2008, CTF 150 seized more than 53 tons of narcotics.
This Is a Pirate Ship?
May 14th, 2009
Forget your mental images of gleaming metal and swarthy men in trendy clothes.
Maersk Alabama Taken By Somali Pirates
Apr 8th, 2009
CNN is among the agencies reporting that an America-flagged ship, the Maersk Alabama , has been seized by Somali pirates. It was enroute to Mombasa, Kenya with relief supplies.
US Navy Jugs Somali Pirates
Feb 12th, 2009
This is the second apprehension of suspected pirates for Vella Gulf in less than 24 hours. There are currently 16 suspected pirates apprehended by the U.S. Navy.
Peleliu Stops Pirate Attack
Aug 8th, 2008
USS Peleliu and embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) stopped a pirate attack of a civilian merchant vessel Aug. 8 approximately 80 miles north of Somalia while conducting Maritime Security Operations.
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