Neustrashimy arrives

The guided missile frigate Neustrashimy (Intrepid) is passing through the Suez Canal to join military vessels from other nations protecting shipping in pirate-infested waters off Somalia. (21 Oct 08).

MV Faina Crew Okay

Crew of MV Faina, The Belize-flagged cargo ship, owned and operated by Kaalbye Shipping, Ukraine

Neustrashimy carrying marines and special forces

Headed to the waters off Somalia, where pirates are holding the MV Faina, a Russian warship, the frigate Neustrashimy, is carrying marines and special forces.