Experts say it is the longest range of a pirate attack off the Somali coast yet.

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Nigerian Information Minister Dora Akunyili told reporters a range of measures have been introduced to boost security at airports in response to the failed attack.

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It also argues for a stealth long-range attack aircraft as part of the airwing to provide more flexibility on how we employ our carriers.

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Marty scored the second try after a sublime piece of deception from former Toulouse fly-half Frederic Michalak, who is heading to South African side the Sharks, sparked a long-range attack.

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Pirates typically use small boats with a limited range to attack ships just a few miles off the coastline.

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