Sailors stressed and exhausted after months trapped by Strait of Hormuz blockade
Summary
More than 20,000 sailors are stuck near the Strait of Hormuz because of a blockade caused by a war involving the US, Israel, and Iran. The narrow waterway, which is important for global oil transport, has been closed by Iran since February, trapping many ships and causing shortages of supplies like food and water.Key Facts
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for a fifth of the world's oil and gas shipments.
- The blockade began in late February due to a conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
- Around 1,600 ships are unable to pass through the strait without Iran's permission.
- Some ships have tried to leave after a ceasefire was announced in April but were stopped by warnings and changing rules.
- Supplies like food and water are hard to get, and prices, especially for water, have increased sharply.
- Temperatures in the area have risen above 30°C, creating more challenges for the sailors onboard.
- The International Maritime Organisation estimates about 20,000 sailors are affected.
- The situation has caused physical and mental exhaustion among the crews who spend long periods trapped on their ships.
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