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Strait of Hormuz crisis traps 6,000 sailors
UN maritime chief warns 6,000 sailors stranded as Iran accuses US of using distress channel to threaten crews.
In brief
UN maritime chief warns 6,000 sailors stranded as Iran accuses US of using distress channel to threaten crews. UN maritime chief says 6,000 sailors remain trapped near Strait of Hormuz after Iran accused US military of using VHF Channel 16 to threaten civilian crews. Originally reported by Fox News.
UN maritime chief warns
UN maritime chief Arsenio Dominguez warns 6,000 sailors remain stranded near Strait of Hormuz amid escalating attacks on commercial ships.
24 ships attacked in two weeks
Reports indicate 24 ships have been attacked on the waterway over roughly two weeks, according to Financial Times.
Iran accuses US of using distress channel
Iran alleges US military used VHF Channel 16 to threaten civilian crews in Persian Gulf.
US Central Command defends blockade
US Central Command states naval blockade has been professionally communicated to all international mariners for months.
Seafarers at risk
Dominguez warns seafarers have continued to perish in attacks and remain trapped since conflict began.
VHF Channel 16 used for threats
Iran claims US military used VHF Channel 16 to address seafarers in Persian with threatening language.
Fraudulent ship registrations
Dominguez identifies fraudulent registries with false flags as major contributors to escalating risks.
Diplomatic channels remain open
Dominguez confirms diplomatic channels with Iran remain open despite no direct contact with IRGC.
What happens next
IMO may review regulations to strengthen safeguards against communications issues.
What matters most
UN maritime chief says 6,000 sailors remain trapped near Strait of Hormuz after Iran accused US military of using VHF Channel 16 to threaten civilian crews.
