It has been six months today since the war between the United States and Iran paralyzed the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important waterways for oil transport. The conflict remains unresolved, continuing to have a significant impact on international trade.
Maritime traffic in the region has suffered a drastic reduction of 85%, with ship movement practically stalled since the beginning of hostilities. This abrupt decline profoundly affects the global economy and world energy flows.
Around 6,000 sailors remain stranded in the Gulf, finding themselves in a deadlock situation while the conflict remains unresolved. The conditions of these professionals and the attempts to ensure their safety and release constitute one of the most urgent humanitarian consequences of the war.
