Up to 20,000 seafarers, mostly Indian and Filipino, remain trapped in the Gulf after Iran blockaded the Strait of Hormuz in February. A recent attack on a cargo ship highlights ongoing dangers, with 17 sailors killed so far. Ceasefire deals have failed, leaving 6,000 still aboard 500 vessels.
Strait of Hormuz crews stranded as US-Iran war drags on
Source: theguardian.com