The International Maritime Organization said it is temporarily suspending an evacuation operation for vessels and seafarers stranded in the Gulf of Oman after a cargo ship was struck by unidentified aerial objects near Omani waters on Thursday. A US

2026-06-26

The International Maritime Organization said it is temporarily suspending an evacuation operation for vessels and seafarers stranded in the Gulf of Oman after a cargo ship was struck by unidentified aerial objects near Omani waters on Thursday. A US official blamed Iran for the attack and said Washington is investigating. IMO Secretary-General Domingues said the pause will allow authorities to reconfirm the evacuation list and verify security measures for all ships in the area. A US official added that President Trump has said Iran must not be allowed to disrupt freedom of navigation.