IMO Urges Diplomatic Efforts for Stranded Sailors in Persian Gulf

IMO Secretary-General Dominguez has reported that approximately 20,000 sailors and over 2,000 ships are currently stranded in the Persian Gulf. According to NS3.AI, Dominguez has called on nations to enhance diplomatic efforts to facilitate evacuation plans for the affected crew members. He emphasized the need for shipping activities in the Strait of Hormuz to resume once mines and other hazards are cleared, allowing insurers to provide reasonably priced coverage.