Sailors Stranded at Sea Near Iran Face Constant Threats
Drones, cruise missiles, and fighter jets have become a common sight for sailors trapped on ships in the Gulf, putting their safety at grave risk with nowhere to hide.
For the sailors stranded on ships in the Gulf, the once-tranquil waters have become a battleground of sorts. Drones, cruise missiles, and fighter jets have become a constant presence, a stark reminder of the precarious position these mariners find themselves in with no safe harbor in sight.
The tension in the region has escalated in recent years, with tensions between Iran and the United States at a high point. The risk of miscalculation or unintended conflict is ever-present, and the sailors caught in the middle find themselves in a highly vulnerable position. As one crew member put it,
Quelle: BBC News
