RIHLA #20 1. Piracy continues in the modern world today. It continues in Somalia, a county full of poverty. Somali pirates are hijacking boats for money. 2.Piracy has not seemed to change from earlier times of exploration; however, the style of piracy has changed. Now, modern weapons and technology are used. In addition, in the earlier times, Pirates wanted jewels and spices. Now, money is being taken. 3. The European Union stood up o the pirates by breaking several fiberglass skiffs. Also, they started patrolling the Indian Ocean. 4. I believe Piracy is never justifiable because it can sometimes get out of control. Based on what I read, nine pirates were killed. Also, two people were hostages for nine months. Lastly, piracy damages the economy because it was costing Somalia five billion dollars.
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