In a high-stakes mission straight out of an action movie, Ghana's military rescued 71 fishermen stranded at sea after a brazen attack by armed bandits. The joint operation—featuring naval speedboats, air support, and local fishing crews—unfolded Thursday morning 35 nautical miles off Ghana's coast.
🔍 According to officials, the attackers stripped the fishermen of their boat motors and personal items, leaving them adrift in open waters. The Ghana Navy deployed its elite Special Boat Squadron with ‘swift interceptor’ vessels, backed by air surveillance, to locate and evacuate the group safely.
💡 Authorities emphasized ongoing patrols in Ghana’s exclusive economic zone and urged maritime workers to stay alert. "Collaboration between security forces and communities is key to safeguarding our waters," a military spokesperson noted.
🌍 The incident highlights rising concerns about maritime security in West Africa, a region vital to global fishing industries. Investigations continue to identify the perpetrators behind Thursday’s attack.
