| Somali pirates are
increasing the frequency of their attacks and targeting larger ships, targeting
oil supertankers and grain cargo vessels. Experts explain the rise in modern-day
piracy. |
The U.S. military led airstrikes against terrorism suspects in Somalia, killing
a suspected al-Qaida leader. A panel of experts offer perspective on what the
strike may mean for security in the region. |
The Transitional Federal Government launched a security crackdown to disarm
Mogadishu in April, but efforts to confiscate weapons have yet to bring peace
or stability to the ravaged capital. |