Stranded seafarers in Hormuz face severe psychological pressure, security threats: IMO

Seafarers are facing severe psychological pressure and security threats while stranded aboard vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which the IMO deems ‘unacceptable.’ Over 20,000 seafarers remain isolated following the disruption of maritime traffic due to the US-Iran conflict, posing risks to global trade and energy supplies. The IMO is urging international cooperation to establish safe evacuation corridors and prevent a serious maritime incident.