MV Andinet , part of the Ethiopian Shipping Company , was attacked by two pirate skiffs Monday . `` Although there is ( a ) significant international naval presence in the Gulf of Aden , these warships can not be everywhere and may not always be close at hand to prevent an attack . '' Crew used anti - piracy tactics -- including firing flares and evasive maneuvers -- to repel pirates . Warships from international anti - piracy task force gave chase but only one empty skiff .
MV Andinet , part of the Ethiopian Shipping Company , was attacked by two pirate skiffs Monday . Crew used anti - piracy tactics -- including firing flares and evasive maneuvers -- to repel pirates . Warships from international anti - piracy task force gave chase but only one empty skiff .