250 Somali Pirates Swarm a US Navy Tanker at 330 AM

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On September 16, 2025, the USNS Guadalupe, a U.S. Navy tanker responsible for refueling a carrier strike group, came under sudden attack while operating in international waters.
Approximately 250 armed raiders aboard several small vessels attempted to seize the ship in a highly coordinated assault.
The Navy reacted instantly, activating emergency defense protocols and calling in rapid-response air support. Chinook and Apache helicopters were deployed to the scene, providing cover and assisting in the ship's defense. The engagement lasted less than thirty minutes, during which t...

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