Published: March 1, 2026 This article reflects verified operational data as of March 1, 2026. The situation is evolving — check back for updates. What began as a regional military escalation has become the most severe simultaneous disruption to ocean and air freight networks in recent memory. On February 28, 2026, following joint U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran, the Strait of Hormuz was closed to international navigation — and within hours, carriers suspended Suez C