M/T EUREKA oil tanker hijacked off Yemen’s Shabwa coast by armed men, redirected toward Somali waters via the Gulf of Aden.
Key Takeaways
Yemen’s coast guard confirmed the hijacking on May 2; vessel identity and location tracked, recovery efforts underway.
Armed men boarded the M/T EUREKA, seized control, and steered it toward the Gulf of Aden in the direction of Somali waters.
Crew safety status and hijackers’ identity were not disclosed in the initial report.
Hacker News Comment Review
Commenters are skeptical about how tanker hijackings remain viable given the size, cost, and trackability of oil tankers in 2025.
The Captain Phillips film was cited as a practical reference for understanding pirate boarding logistics, suggesting this follows established operational patterns.
