Eyl
Eyl is a coastal town in northeastern Somalia and the administrative center of Eyl District in the Nugaal region of the Puntland state. Located on the Gulf of Aden, Eyl serves as a local hub for fishing, small-scale trade, and transportation for nearby communities. The town and its surrounding area are predominantly inhabited by Somali residents, with clan dynamics playing a role in local governance and social organization.
Geography and economy: Eyl sits on a modest harbor used by artisanal fishers who target tuna and
History: Eyl gained international attention in the late 2000s and early 2010s as a base for piracy
Governance and society: Eyl is the seat of Eyl District and falls under the Puntland regional administration.