Humanitarian Crisis in Strait of Hormuz
The United Nations has issued an urgent call to evacuate approximately six thousand sailors stranded on hundreds of ships in the Strait of Hormuz, amid ongoing military operations in the region, which have led to a worsening of their humanitarian situation. The organization confirmed that the sailors are suffering from shortages of food, water, and fuel, and face serious risks of being killed or injured, with repeated targeting of civilian vessels, which is a violation of international law. The UN urged governments and ship owners to provide consular support and secure safe passages to ensure the sailors' safe return to their home countries, while emphasizing the importance of not putting their lives at further risk. It also expressed concern over the continuous deterioration of humanitarian conditions, noting that some sailors are in harsh circumstances without food, medical care, or means of communication.
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