Jacob Smith

24 Jun 2026

The International Maritime Organization is preparing a major evacuati… – Jacob Smith

The International Maritime Organization is preparing a major evacuation effort to assist more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Gulf amid disruptions caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran. IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said the operation will be coordinated with Iran, Oman, the United States and other regional partners. Officials have reportedly secured safety guarantees and verified navigation conditions, paving the way for one of the largest maritime evacuations in recent year