A total of six cruise ships remain stuck in the Middle East, which has turned into a war zone following the joint US and Israeli attack on Iran on February 28, 2026. The situation has only escalated, with Iran retaliating violently.
Vessels cannot sail to safer waters without entering the Strait of Hormuz, which is dangerously close to Iran and is currently closed to shipping.
Current guests also remain stuck onboard as attacks on airports and airspace closures make flying home impossible, through the impacted cruise lines are working to secure safe transport to get them home.
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