UN launches Hormuz evacuation for 11,000 stranded seafarers

The United Nations has initiated an evacuation for 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran ended months of conflict. This move is crucial as it ensures the safety of these workers and allows for the resumption of commercial shipping through one of the world's busiest maritime routes. The evacuation underscores the significance of maintaining global trade routes and highlights the international community's role in safeguarding maritime workers amid geopolitical tensions.