"We can't just fire at will on the high seas!"
On the warship, the captain was already getting angry.
This operation itself was problematic: sailing through Somali waters, skirting the edge of international waters while on a mission, already had the potential to intensify relations with Somalia and other African nations.
Secondly, retaliating against pirates required adherence to the principle of proportionality, usually at times like this they would use water cannons to drive them off, not immediately resort to lethal weapons!
Maritime operations must consider international repercussions! Both actions are extremely risky, tantamount to dancing on a tightrope!
"We can."
Eric looked coldly at the captain, whose anger flared even more, and he snapped to attention, "This is my ship, this operation is only to assist in the recovery of the goods, the specific use of force should be up to me!"