IMO: 400 Ships and 6,000 Sailors Trapped in Persian Gulf Amid Iran-US-Israel Conflict
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) reported that 400 ships and 6,000 sailors remain stranded in the Persian Gulf due to the ongoing conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel. The situation, which began on February 28, 2026, has persisted for six months with no resolution, as ships cannot safely navigate the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has led to 70 attacks on international vessels, disrupting global maritime trade.
Where Sources Diverge
Nasha-Niva reported that 400 ships and 6,000 marines were saved, which appears to be a discrepancy compared to other sources that state the ships and sailors are still stranded.
400 ships and 6,000 marines were saved
400 ships and 6,000 sailors are still trapped
Nasha-Niva also reported 6,000 sailors on 400 vessels stranded in the Persian Gulf, which aligns with other sources but is presented as a separate headline.
400 vessels and about 6,000 sailors stranded in the Persian Gulf
400 ships and 6,000 sailors are still trapped
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In the Persian Gulf since the start of the conflict in the Middle East, 400 ships and 6,000 marines were saved - Naszewska Niva
400 vessels and about 6000 sailors stranded in the Persian Gulf since the start of the Middle East conflict Nashe Niva
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) reported that nearly 400 ships are still stranded in the Persian Gulf despite approximately six months having passed since the start of the US/Israel-Iran War.
Even half a year after the start of the Iran war, about 400 ships are still stuck in the Persian Gulf. According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), approximately 6,000 seafarers are affected. The organization stated that the ships have not been able to safely leave the region since the start of the conflict in late February. 70 attacks on international ships have occurred so far […]
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) reported that 400 ships and 6,000 sailors are still trapped in the area ...
Bethlehem - Ma'aruf - The International Maritime Organization under the UN said today Saturday that about 6,000 sailors on up to 400 ships are still stranded in the Arabian Gulf, and unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz, amid the tension between Iran and the United States. The escalation began on February 28 last, following attacks carried out by the United States and Israel on Iran, followed by Iranian attacks across the region, causing widespread disruptions in maritime traffic through the strait. The Secretary-General of the Organization, Arsenio Domínguez, said in a statement that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz...
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