Pakistani and Indonesian sailors were captured off the Puntland coast on a Palau-flagged tanker.

The entities involved

• Pakistan →

  sovereign state in South Asia

  • US-Iran truce aims to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid global monetary policy shifts and oil price drops.Mon 17:37
  • Pakistan is establishing long-term economic cooperation with Central Asia, including plans to join the International North-South Transport Corridor.Mon 17:36
• Puntland →

  semi-autonomous state that considers itself to be part of Somalia

  • The Federal Government of Somalia is intensifying security operations and expanding influence in Puntland.Sun 19:57
  • Pirates are operating in the maritime zones near the coasts of Puntland and Yemen.Sun 15:36
• Indonesia →

  island country in Southeast Asia and Oceania

  • Indonesia is purchasing 48 Kaan fighter jets, discussing bilateral ties and expanding cooperation in trade and defense sectors.Mon 16:40
  • A conference has been held establishing South-South cooperation, drawing on the historical spirit of Bandung.Mon 16:20

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• The Indian Navy conducted a rescue operation for Pakistani sailors, leading to diplomatic tensions between the two nations.Sep 17
• A detainee was captured near the Afghan border in Pakistan.Sep 10
• A collision occurred between the Pakistan Navy and the Indian Navy during a routine surveillance mission, leading to diplomatic protests over maritime border issues.Sep 16
• Weapons may be smuggled via Pakistan, according to reports from July 1, 2026.Jul 13