Evacuation plan through Hormuz for stranded ships in Gulf under way, UN agency says

With tensions easing between Iran and the U.S. following a ceasefire deal, the United Nations' shipping agency has initiated an evacuation plan to help over 11,000 seafarers aboard hundreds of stranded ships navigate safely through the Strait of Hormuz. This move is crucial to restoring normal maritime operations in one of the world's most critical waterways, ensuring that global trade routes remain unimpeded and underscoring the potential for diplomatic resolutions to avert broader crises. The successful implementation of this plan could set a precedent for future international cooperation in maritime safety.