Top maritime union declares the Strait of Hormuz as a high-risk area.

According to a statement on the International Transport Workers' Federation website, following the escalation of military attacks in the region, the International Transport Workers' Federation and the Joint Negotiating Group have designated the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters as a "high-risk area." This designation means that shipowners and operators must provide enhanced protection for seafarers, including conducting risk assessments before sailing, providing insurance as per contract agreements, and giving seafarers the right to refuse entry into the area. The International Transport Workers' Federation represents 16.5 million transportation industry workers globally, while the Joint Negotiating Group is comprised of employers in the shipping industry.