Somali pirates have been a clear threat to international shipping in the waters off the coast of Somalia for several years. In recent years, the Somali piracy problem has only gotten worse, with reports of increased piracy activity.  History of Somali piracy Somali piracy began in the early 2000s, after the collapse of the Somali government in 1991. Without a functioning government, Somali waters became a safe haven for pirate activity. Initially, piracy was limited to small-scale attacks on fishing vessels, but soon expanded to larger merchant vessels, including tankers and cargo ships. Several factors contributed to the initial rise of Somali piracy. One key factor was the availability of weapons and ammunition. The Somali civil war left many weapons in the country that were readily available to pirates. In addition, the lack of a functioning government meant that there was no coast guard or navy to monitor Somali waters. Important events in Somali piracy history include th...

  I. Introduction The Battle of Mogadishu, also known as the Black Hawk Down incident, was a military operation that took place on October 3-4, 1993, in the Somali capital of Mogadishu. The operation was carried out by U.S. Special Forces with the aim of capturing Somali warlord Mohamed Farrah Aidid, who was accused of disrupting aid shipments and destabilizing the region. However, the operation resulted in unexpected resistance and heavy casualties, leading to a political and diplomatic fallout both in the U.S. and Somalia. To understand the significance of the Battle of Mogadishu, it's important to examine the causes, events, and aftermath of the conflict in Somalia. II. Causes of the Battle of Mogadishu The Battle of Mogadishu was the culmination of a long and complex conflict in Somalia, fueled by various political, social, and economic factors. Here are some of the key causes that led to the battle: The UN intervention in Somalia: In December 1992, the United Nations Security ...