The United Nations has suspended its ongoing evacuation operation in the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel was struck by a projectile off the coast of Oman.
The British military confirmed the attack occurred shortly after several tankers had passed through the area, prompting the UN agency to pause all clearance efforts until safety guarantees can be established.
The halt to the operation leaves hundreds of ships and approximately 11,000 crew members stranded in the waterway.
The UN International Maritime Organization (IMO) stated it is awaiting concrete assurances before resuming the mission to clear the congested strait.
This development marks a significant escalation in the operational risks facing maritime traffic in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
The incident has reignited fears of a prolonged supply disruption.