Traffic Disrupted
Major shipping disruption. IRGC asserting closure. Global energy markets impacted.
Key Events
Mar 01, 2026
UKMTO Advisory 003-26: Vessels advised to maintain caution in Strait of Hormuz
Feb 28, 2026
Maersk suspended Gulf transit operations pending security assessment
Feb 28, 2026
Iran IRGC broadcasting Hormuz closure on VHF Channel 16
Feb 27, 2026
Lloyd's JWC war risk premiums up 60%+ for Gulf transits
Live Monitoring Sources
SEVERELY DISRUPTED
Near-total internet blackout detected across Iran
Monitoring Sources
Data based on public reports. Last major disruption detected Feb 28, 2026.
UAE — NCEMA Emergency Alerts Active
UAE National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority: emergency alerts active. Shelter-in-place guidance issued for affected areas.
ncema.gov.aeUS Embassy UAE — Shelter-in-Place Advisory
The US Embassy in Abu Dhabi issued a shelter-in-place advisory on Feb 28. All US citizens in the UAE should review guidance and monitor official channels.
ae.usembassy.govEASA CZIB — Airspace Restrictions
EASA Conflict Zone Information Bulletin: All altitudes restricted over Iran, Iraq, UAE, and 8 other states. Operators urged to review conflict zone assessments before flight.
EASA Conflict ZonesUKMTO — Strait of Hormuz
IRGC claiming Strait of Hormuz 'closed' on VHF Channel 16. Masters and owners advised to exercise extreme caution and report to UKMTO. Verify all contacts.
ukmto.orgEmbassy Registration — Register Now
All travelers are urged to register with their home embassy: STEP (US citizens), ROCA (Canadians), MADAD (Indian nationals), Smartraveller (Australians).
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