International Shipping Body Condemns Retaliatory Ship Seizures by US and Iran
Summary
The International Chamber of Shipping condemns the retaliatory seizure of commercial ships by the US and Iran, urging immediate release of crews amid rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.
Key Points
- The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) condemns retaliatory ship seizures between the US and Iran.
- ICS demands immediate release of all commercial ship crews involved in the seizures.
- John Stupart, ICS Maritime Director, calls the seizures a violation of freedom of navigation under international law.
- The dispute centers on Iran's attempt to charge fees for ships using the Strait of Hormuz and US blockades on Iranian ports.
