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Finnish President Alexander Stubb announced that Finland has joined an international statement condemning Iran's recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

A group of 20 countries, including Bahrain, the UK, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Canada, and New Zealand, has issued a joint statement expressing their readiness to help ensure safe passage for vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

Denmark has announced its intention to contribute to international efforts to secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz alongside 20 other countries.

Norway supports a joint statement condemning Iran's attacks on unarmed merchant vessels in the Gulf and calls for an end to threats and attacks against maritime transport.

Norway and allied nations condemn Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, demanding an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian shipping.

Norway and several other countries condemned Iranian attacks on unarmed ships and civil infrastructure, pledging to secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Sweden aims to support efforts to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions with Iran.

European Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas has called for an end to actions aimed at closing the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the EU's support for international maritime law and condemnation of threats from Iran.

Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan have issued a joint statement to ensure maritime security in light of rising tensions in the Middle Sea.

Iran has created a 'safe' route through the Strait of Hormuz, charging for passage as revealed by maritime publication Lloyd's List.

The South Korean government has joined a statement made by seven nations condemning the blockade of the Hormuz Strait by Iranian forces.

Canada, Japan, and several European allies have pledged readiness to support initiatives ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while calling on Iran to cease its aggressive actions.

Talks with Iran regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz may start within the week, according to the chairman of the International Maritime Organization, Victor Jimenez Fernandez.

The International Maritime Organization has called for the establishment of a safe maritime corridor for the evacuation of commercial vessels from the Gulf amid heightened tensions due to the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran.

US allies have expressed readiness to support maritime security in the Gulf region amid escalating tensions with Iran.

The ongoing Middle Eastern conflict is escalating into a global crisis, prompting international discussions on securing maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Several nations, including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan, have condemned Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz and pledged to ensure the security of maritime traffic in the region.

Six nations have expressed their commitment to enhancing efforts for safe passage in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Six countries, including France and Japan, have expressed their readiness to implement measures to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions.

Six countries, including France, the UK, and Japan, have expressed readiness to support initiatives ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, condemning recent Iranian attacks on commercial vessels.

A high-level delegation from HELMEPA met with the U.S. Coast Guard in Washington for their annual meeting, focusing on maritime environmental protection and vessel compliance in U.S. waters.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) urges shipping companies to exercise extreme caution and avoid transit through the Strait of Hormuz due to ongoing risks to ships and crews.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran is causing significant disruption to global trade despite only a small percentage of goods passing directly through the strait.

According to the International Maritime Organization, approximately 3,200 ships are now effectively trapped in the Persian Gulf due to Iranian threats affecting shipping traffic in and out of the Strait of Hormuz.

Approximately 3200 ships are effectively trapped in the Persian Gulf due to threats from Iran, impacting significant global shipping and oil transport.

A meeting of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London is urgently addressing the plight of sailors stranded on 3,000 vessels blocked by Iran amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

International Maritime Organization Secretary-General Arsenio Domingues stated that military escorts for tanker protection in the Strait of Hormuz are not a sustainable solution.

The Swedish Coast Guard is currently boarding foreign vessels suspected of sailing under false flags in Swedish territorial waters, highlighting issues of maritime law and cooperation with other authorities.

Two people died after two small boats capsized off the coast of Henoko, Okinawa, with a crew member expressing feeling responsible for the incident.

The head of the International Maritime Organization has indicated that naval escorts cannot guarantee the safety of vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, stressing the need for more sustainable solutions.

The head of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) stated that naval escorts through the Strait of Hormuz will not provide 100% safety for ships.

US President Donald Trump is expected to officially address Japan's participation in the Hormuz Strait maritime security operation during a summit with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaiichi on the 19th.

The ongoing wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are complicating international navigation and prompting new air and maritime routes to be established as global integration falters.

M/Maritime has been announced as the Platinum Sponsor for the Japan Pavilion at the upcoming International Fair of Thessaloniki in 2026.

Evangelos Marinakis urges the international community to act urgently as the Strait of Hormuz faces a significant threat to global oil supplies due to geopolitical instability.

The EU is discussing ways to maintain the openness of the Strait of Hormuz following rising tensions, as stated by EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas.

President Donald Trump continues to escalate pressure on nations to join a multinational maritime coalition to protect the Hormuz Strait, warning consequences for those who do not comply.

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar emphasizes the importance of dialogue with Iran to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz following U.S. President Trump's call for international naval support.

Donald Trump calls for international collaboration to secure maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, urging NATO allies and China to contribute to the mission.

The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations has called for international allies to assist in escorting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran.

The Houthis are considering blocking the Bab al-Mandab Strait, which is crucial for international maritime trade between Europe and Asia.

The UK is calling for the de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of maritime security amid rising global oil prices due to conflict.

Iran's foreign minister announced that the strategically important Strait of Hormuz is open to international shipping, except for the United States and Israel.

US President Donald Trump urged other nations to send ships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts impacting maritime traffic.

The KU sailing ship 'Brabander', the only one of its kind in Lithuania, is celebrating its 20th year with the university and preparing to participate in an international regatta.

Iran's regime has gained significant control over vital waters, posing a threat to international economy and maritime security with minimal weaponry following attacks from the US and Israel.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is holding an emergency meeting on March 18 and 19 to discuss the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on maritime transport and the safety of seafarers, particularly in and around the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Department of Defense has revealed Iran's new military tactics involving planting sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting concerns over international maritime navigation.

The crews of two tankers attacked by Iranian forces have been rescued, although one crew member, an Indian national, was reported dead during the assault.

Iran targeted two foreign oil tankers at Iraq's Al-Faw port, leading to one Indian crew member's death while others were rescued by the Iraqi army.