After Israel launched large-scale attacks on Iran on June 13, tensions in the Middle East have led to major concerns for global shipping.
Shipping companies are now taking extra precautions, with many avoiding the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf, especially near the Strait of Hormuz-one of the world’s most important maritime routes for oil and goods.
The Combined Maritime Forces, a U.S.-led coalition that monitors regional waters, confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and commercial traffic is moving. However, they also stated that the likelihood of regional conflict has increased to a “significant” level.
Greece and the United Kingdom have issued official advisories.
Read more in an article from Marine Insight.
