Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:07am on 24 Jun 2026,Wednesday International
The International Maritime Organization (IMO), in coordination with Oman and regional partners, has begun a large-scale operation to evacuate more than 11,000 seafarers stranded aboard hundreds of ships in the Persian Gulf following months of disruption linked to the Iran-U.S. conflict. The plan focuses on safely guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz after a ceasefire reduced immediate security risks. Temporary navigation routes will be used because standard shipping lanes remain unsafe due to hazards such as floating mines and collision risks. Ships will be evacuated in phases, with authorities assigning specific transit schedules to ensure a controlled and secure operation. (PC: Reuters)
