London, March 18, 2026 (AFP) - UN maritime body holds emergency talks on Mideast shipping

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2026-03-18

The International Maritime Organization will begin an "extraordinary session" on Wednesday to discuss shipping amid the Middle East war, as fears grow over the fate of thousands of stranded ships and seafarers. The London-based UN agency -- responsible for regulating international shipping safety -- is set to consider adopting possible resolutions during the two-day gathering at its London headquarters. The IMO's 40-member council could vote Thur......

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