UN scrambles to secure Strait of Hormuz as Middle East ceasefire holds

The United Nations agency responsible for maritime safety is actively working to ensure the “security of transit” through the Strait of Hormuz following the recent ceasefire in the Middle East conflict.

Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), made  a statement on his X account, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding both maritime operations and personnel, Caliber.Az reports.

For the health and wellbeing of #seafarers and the global shipping industry, I welcome the ceasefire announced in the Middle East. The priority now is to ensure an evacuation that guarantees the safety of navigation. Read in full: https://t.co/npW1byPbT5 pic.twitter.com/qBqDQDtUua

— Arsenio Dominguez (@IMOSecGen) April 8, 2026

“For the health and wellbeing of seafarers and the global shipping industry, I welcome the ceasefire announced in the Middle East. The priority now is to ensure an evacuation that guarantees the safety of navigation,” Dominguez said.

By Vafa Guliyeva