UN starts evacuation of 11,000 seafarers in Hormuz | TheBriefWire
UN starts evacuation of 11,000 seafarers in Hormuz
Published 24 June 2026 ยท world
Synopsis A major evacuation plan is now underway for over 11,000 seafarers aboard hundreds of ships stranded in the Gulf. Following a ceasefire deal between
Synopsis A major evacuation plan is now underway for over 11,000 seafarers aboard hundreds of ships stranded in the Gulf. Following a ceasefire deal between Iran and the U.S., the UN's International Maritime Organization is coordinating the phased departure through the Strait of Hormuz. Safety guarantees have been secured, with temporary routes established to navigate around current risks like floating mines. Vessels will be contacted individually for their transit day.
Published: June 24, 2026 โข 6:42 AM IST ยท Updated: June 24, 2026 โข 7:06 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Synopsis A major evacuation plan is now underway for over 11,000 seafarers aboard hundreds of ships stranded in the Gulf.
Following a ceasefire deal between Iran and the U.S., the UN's International Maritime Organization is coordinating the phased departure through the Strait of Hormuz.
Safety guarantees have been secured, with temporary routes established to navigate around current risks like floating mines.
Vessels will be contacted individually for their transit day.