In Somalia’s coastal town of Eyl, fishermen are increasingly turning to piracy in response to foreign trawlers stealing their catches and equipment. Disgruntled and desperate, new pirate gangs have emerged, resuming operations that had dwindled since 2019. While the Puntland Maritime Police Force aims to restore order, locals remain divided, grappling with the consequences of piracy and illegal fishing. This resurgence highlights the ongoing struggles between local fishermen and foreign fishing fleets, with deep-seated resentment and violence threatening the community’s survival.