Somali pirates are making a bold comeback, capitalizing on global naval shifts toward the Middle East and exploiting shipping disruptions to hijack oil and fertilizer tankers. With at least five attacks since April, crews are being held hostage for ransoms, adding pressure to already strained supply chains. The White House insists U.S. involvement in Somalia’s security absolves blame for the resurgence, but analysts warn this latest threat compounds existing Red Sea and Hormuz risks, driving up costs and creating a vicious cycle that could ripple through the global economy.

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