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The Gulf of Aden ( between Yemen on the south coast of the Arabian Peninsula and Somalia in Africa . In the northwest it connects with the Red Sea through the Bab El Mandeb sound.

The Gulf of Aden is an essential waterway for Persian Gulf Oil , making it very important for the world ecomomy. It has many varieties of Fish , Coral , and other creatures since there is little pollution. The main ports are Aden (in Yemen), Berbera , and Bosaso (both in Somalia).

Its considered not safe, becasue the bordering Somalia is an unstable country, and Yemen doesn't exert enough security forces. It is one of the main areas in the world of piracy, making it dangerous for sailing. Moreover, various terrorist
attacks have been carried out in the Gulf, such as the USS Cole Bombing .