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A Chinese-flagged Bulk Carrier was approached by five small craft while underway approximately 48NM south of Aden in the Gulf of Aden.

One of the craft reportedly closed to within 3 cables of the merchant vessel, prompting the armed security team aboard to fire warning shots.

Following the warning shots, the small craft departed the vicinity. The Master of the vessel reported that both the vessel and crew are safe.

All vessels in the area are advised to proceed with caution and to report any suspicious activities to the UKMTO.

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