GeopoliticsMedium•14 November 2026•
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UN Confirms 25 Seafarer Deaths in Strait of Hormuz Since Start of Iran Conflict
Key Facts
1The IMO confirmed at least 25 seafarers have been killed in the Strait of Hormuz region since the conflict began in February.
2Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is currently operating at approximately 65% below pre-conflict levels.
The International Maritime Organization confirmed at least 25 seafarers have been killed in the Strait of Hormuz region since the conflict began in February. UN Assistant Secretary-General Khaled Khiari stated during a Security Council briefing that shipping through the strait has dropped by 65% compared to pre-conflict levels.
The ongoing war involving Iran has led to targeted attacks on commercial vessels, creating a significant deterrent effect on global shipping routes. Supply chains face persistent risks amid this sharp decline in trade volumes through the strategic waterway, as geopolitical tensions in the region continue to impact maritime security.