On Oct. 9 the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported 122 vessel security incidents linked to the US‑Iran conflict year‑to‑date within its monitoring area. The Red Sea recorded six attacks on merchant vessels and there were 41 piracy‑related incidents. The report says security in the Strait of Hormuz and adjacent waters remains severe. UKMTO has issued 133 maritime security warnings and 18 security advisories so far this year. Vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, the Red Sea and surrou

On Oct. 9 the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported 122 vessel security incidents linked to the US‑Iran conflict year‑to‑date within its monitoring area. The Red Sea recorded six attacks on merchant vessels and there were 41 piracy‑related incidents. The report says security in the Strait of Hormuz and adjacent waters remains severe. UKMTO has issued 133 maritime security warnings and 18 security advisories so far this year. Vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, the Red Sea and surrounding high‑risk areas are urged to maintain heightened vigilance, monitor updates and report suspicious activity.