Persian Gulf ships rotting mid-blockade
Three months trapped without drydock access and these vessels are becoming floating rust. Barnacle infestations on propellers, fouling damage that makes them unmovable once the Strait reopens.
Crews getting one meal a day. Some aren't being paid at all.
This is what happens when geopolitical theater meets maritime reality. The ships might physically float, but they won't sail.
Images are emerging of Persian Gulf barnacle infestations which could render ships inoperable due to propeller and fouling issues Crews are in some cases receiving only one meal a day - some are reportedly not being paid
Source
x.com