UAE Expels Pakistani Workers as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Leaves 20,000 Sailors Stranded
🔴 Tension RisingDemocracy Now!2026-05-08
The UAE has expelled up to 15,000 Pakistani workers amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis, leaving an estimated 20,000 seafarers stranded in the Persian Gulf. These workers were deported without formal charges, lacking the ability to withdraw funds or settle their affairs. This situation highlights the escalating tensions between the US and Iran and their impact on global energy markets and maritime security.