The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz added a new element of tension. The governments of Croatia and Montenegro confirmed that their citizens are on board the vessels seized by Iran in recent days
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According to authorities from both countries, there are six sailors in total who were part of the crew of the container ship MSC Francesca, one of the vessels intercepted by Iranian forces in the middle of the conflict zone.
European crew in the midst of the climb
From Croatia they explained that two of its citizens are on the ship, while Montenegro confirmed the presence of four other sailors
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By now, everyone would be in good shape. This was stated by the president of the Croatian seafarers' union, who indicated that there are no injuries and that the crew members keep their
belongings.
However, concern is high. The capture occurred at one of the most sensitive points in world trade and in the midst of an unprecedented military escalation.
An armed approach on a key route
The operation was carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard. The released images show speedboats approaching ships and armed soldiers boarding
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The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic corridor through which nearly 20% of global oil passes. Any alteration in that area has an immediate impact on the markets
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Iran tries to justify the capture
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From Tehran, they pointed out that the ships were operating without permits and that they had manipulated their navigation systems. However, the context in which the event occurs leaves little room for neutral interpretations
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The capture comes in full tension with the United States over the naval blockade, which reinforces the idea that it is a measure of pressure.
The Strait of Hormuz, increasingly compromised Before the conflict, more
than 100 ships crossed this route daily. Today, traffic was reduced to a minimum.
The capture of vessels with foreign crews aggravates the scenario. It not only affects energy trade, but also global maritime security.
A crisis that escalates
The episode confirms that the conflict is no longer limited to the military. It now has a direct impact on civilians and on international trade
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With European sailors involved, diplomatic pressure increases. And the Strait of Hormuz continues to consolidate itself as the epicenter of a crisis that, far from calming down,
