About 20,000 sailors are held hostage by the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping has been closed due to the seizure of vessels.
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, reported that approximately 20,000 sailors find themselves in a difficult position on oil rigs and stationary vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. This has occurred due to the effective cessation of traffic through this key maritime route.
A global crisis for world trade
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical part of the world's oil export supply, creating a serious crisis for global trade and maritime security. The situation negatively impacts vessels worldwide and affects the interests of maritime professionals from various countries.
- Shipping traffic is blocked in the Strait of Hormuz.
- About 20,000 sailors cannot leave their vessels.
- Threat to global oil trade.
IMO emphasizes the seriousness of the consequences for international maritime logistics. The situation is expected to require coordinated efforts to restore normal shipping operations.