{"last_update":"24 June 2026","data_notice":"This report is compiled from publicly available sources including IMO, IATA, EASA, UNCTAD, UNICEF, Flexport, DHL, Expeditors, and major news outlets as of 24 June 2026. The situation in several regions — particularly the Middle East, South Asia, and Eastern Europe — is rapidly evolving. Users should verify current status before making logistics decisions. Classification is applied conservatively; where doubt exists, a lower disruption tier is used.","disruption_data":[{"country_name":"India","status":"minor","reason":"India faces elevated freight costs and extended transit times due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, as its western coast ports (Mumbai, Nhava Sheva, Mundra) sit at the junction of the Gulf and Red Sea corridors. India imports 53% of its LNG from Qatar and the UAE, both disrupted. BIS certification and logistics windows are narrowing. Air freight costs for vaccines shipped from India to Africa have risen significantly per UNICEF. India-Pakistan airspace restrictions from the May 2025 conflict also extended into early 2026, affecting routing.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Closure 2026: What It Means for Your Supply Chain and Shipping Routes","url":"https://carraglobe.com/strait-of-hormuz-closure-2026/"},"reference_date":"08 May 2026"},{"country_name":"China","status":"minor","reason":"China faces supply chain disruptions as approximately 40% of its crude oil imports transit the Strait of Hormuz. China has moved to block the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea amid tensions. Chinese e-commerce air freight volumes are impacted by US de minimis ban and upcoming EU regulations (effective 1 July 2026). Overall shipping costs elevated; carriers rerouting via Cape of Good Hope. China is officially neutral in the Iran conflict but economically impacted.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Strait_of_Hormuz_crisis"},"reference_date":"22 June 2026"},{"country_name":"United States","status":"minor","reason":"US is an active party in the Iran war, with significant logistics impacts including elevated fuel costs, tariff policy volatility following the Supreme Court ruling on IEEPA tariffs (February 2026), and elevated domestic trucking costs. De minimis ban on China-origin parcels has restructured parcel volumes. Midterm election policy uncertainty is adding supply chain complexity. East Coast and Midwest spot rates remain elevated.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 State of Logistics Report: Volatility is the new normal","url":"https://www.freightwaves.com/news/2026-state-of-logistics-report-volatility-new-normal"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Indonesia","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Pakistan","status":"major","reason":"Pakistan declared 'open war' against Afghanistan on 27 February 2026 following a series of airstrikes under Operation Ghazab lil Haq. All five primary trade crossings with Afghanistan (including Torkham and Chaman) are closed indefinitely. Over 5,000 containers were stranded at border crossings. The Strait of Hormuz crisis has severely impacted Pakistan's LNG imports (99% sourced from Qatar and UAE). Pakistan's airspace was previously closed to Indian aircraft, and cross-border airspace restrictions remain in effect. Trade has plummeted by ~40% on the Pakistan-Afghanistan corridor.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Pakistan-Afghanistan Trade Crisis 2026: Crisis Guide for Exporters","url":"https://maalbardaar.com/pakistan-afghanistan-trade-crisis-2026-logistics-guide/"},"reference_date":"01 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Nigeria","status":"minor","reason":"Air freight costs for vaccines shipped from India to Nigeria have risen by up to 70% due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis per UNICEF. Ongoing security concerns in northern Nigeria and elevated global fuel costs further impact domestic logistics. Freight operations remain possible but at elevated cost and with delays.","reference_or_news":{"title":"From food lines in Somalia to clinics in Afghanistan, Hormuz crisis sends shockwaves through global aid networks","url":"https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/06/1167653"},"reference_date":"07 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Brazil","status":"minor","reason":"Brazil's customs regime has previously caused significant demurrage and clearance delays. Elevated global freight costs and ongoing tariff volatility from US trade policy affect Brazil's export markets. President Lula's government has condemned the US Cuba blockade, creating some diplomatic friction. Freight operations are generally functional but subject to elevated costs and some customs unpredictability.","reference_or_news":{"title":"What's Behind the 17 Simultaneous Logistics Strikes? Inside the Freight World's Labor Crisis","url":"https://blogs.tradlinx.com/whats-behind-the-17-simultaneous-logistics-strikes-inside-the-freight-worlds-labor-crisis/"},"reference_date":"30 June 2025"},{"country_name":"Bangladesh","status":"major","reason":"Bangladesh relies on Qatar and UAE for 72% of its LNG imports, both severely disrupted by the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Power sector disruptions have been reported. Bangladesh is highly exposed to energy shortage with limited storage capacity. Philippines and Bangladesh declared states of emergency in March 2026 due to fuel shortages. Logistics operations are impacted by energy instability.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Closure 2026: What It Means for Your Supply Chain and Shipping Routes","url":"https://carraglobe.com/strait-of-hormuz-closure-2026/"},"reference_date":"08 May 2026"},{"country_name":"Russia","status":"major","reason":"Russia remains under broad international sanctions due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Major Western freight carriers have suspended services. EU sanctions ban seaborne crude imports from Russia. Freight routes via Russia are effectively closed for most international shippers. Ukraine's drone strikes continue targeting Russian logistics infrastructure, including 70%+ reduction in traffic along key motorways.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Ukraine reclaims territory as it doubles attacks on Russian logistics","url":"https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/12/ukraine-reclaims-territory-in-may-as-it-doubles-strikes-on-russian-logistic"},"reference_date":"12 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Ethiopia","status":"minor","reason":"Air freight costs for vaccines shipped from India to Ethiopia have risen by up to 70% due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis per UNICEF. Internal security concerns in some regions persist. Freight operations are possible but subject to elevated costs and some routing constraints.","reference_or_news":{"title":"From food lines in Somalia to clinics in Afghanistan, Hormuz crisis sends shockwaves through global aid networks","url":"https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/06/1167653"},"reference_date":"07 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Mexico","status":"minor","reason":"Mexico is emerging as a key nearshoring logistics hub, but faces US tariff uncertainty and cross-border freight complexity. Mexico halted oil shipments to Cuba under US tariff pressure in early 2026. Elevated fuel costs due to global energy disruption affect domestic trucking. Operations generally functional with contingency planning required.","reference_or_news":{"title":"GlobalTranz 2026 Shipping and Logistics Report","url":"https://www.globaltranz.com/resource-hub/2026-shipping-industry-report/"},"reference_date":"12 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Japan","status":"minor","reason":"Japan sends 70% of its Middle Eastern crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz and has asked its government to release strategic petroleum reserves. Japanese refiners face acute energy supply disruption. Container freight rates on Asia-Europe and transpacific routes remain elevated. Air freight costs are higher due to fuel surcharges. Freight operations remain possible but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Strait_of_Hormuz_crisis"},"reference_date":"22 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Egypt","status":"minor","reason":"Suez Canal traffic is severely reduced as carriers avoid the Red Sea corridor. Egypt's economy is under significant stress from the Iran war. Oman, Jordan, and Egypt are noted as operating with minimal clearance delays (per Expeditors, April 2026), but overall Red Sea disruption and elevated fuel costs continue to affect Egypt's logistics role. Canal revenues are sharply reduced.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Tension Escalation - April 28, 2026","url":"https://info.expeditors.com/operational-impact/middle-east-tension-escalation-april-28-2026"},"reference_date":"28 April 2026"},{"country_name":"Philippines","status":"minor","reason":"The Philippines declared a state of emergency on 24 March 2026 due to a concurrent transport workers' strike coinciding with the Hormuz crisis fuel shortage. Iran granted Philippine-flagged vessels and seafarers access to transit the Strait of Hormuz from 2 April 2026. Freight operations are recovering but fuel costs and disruption impacts persist.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Economic impact of the 2026 Iran war - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economic_impact_of_the_2026_Iran_war"},"reference_date":"19 June 2026"},{"country_name":"DR Congo","status":"major","reason":"Active armed conflict continues in eastern DRC. Rwanda-backed rebel proxies have effectively annexed North and South Kivu provinces. Trucking costs for lifesaving therapeutic food destined for DRC have increased by a third per UNICEF. Air freight costs for vaccines to DRC have risen up to 70%. Internal logistics severely constrained by conflict.","reference_or_news":{"title":"10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/global/10-conflicts-watch-2026"},"reference_date":"22 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Vietnam","status":"minor","reason":"Vietnam faces severe fuel shortages and panic buying due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis (reports of queues at petrol stations in Hanoi, March 2026). Elevated global shipping costs affect Vietnam's export-oriented economy. Freight operations are possible but at elevated cost with fuel-related disruptions.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Economic impact of the 2026 Iran war - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economic_impact_of_the_2026_Iran_war"},"reference_date":"19 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Iran","status":"major","reason":"Iran has been at war with the US and Israel since 28 February 2026. The Strait of Hormuz was declared closed on 2 March 2026. A US-Iran deal (MOU signed ~17 June 2026) called for reopening the Strait, but as of 20–21 June Iran's military declared it closed again, while Iran's foreign ministry said it was operating normally. The central channel remains mined. All commercial freight to and from Iran is effectively suspended. US naval blockade of Iranian ports was in effect from April–June 2026. Iranian airspace is closed to civil aviation per EASA CZIB.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Crisis Timeline: The Strait of Hormuz War 2026","url":"https://hormuzstraitmonitor.com/crisis-timeline/"},"reference_date":"22 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Turkey","status":"minor","reason":"Turkey serves as an alternative freight corridor for Europe-GCC road routes (via Syria, Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon per DHL). Turkish Airlines has faced Middle East flight cancellations and network disruptions. The Iran war and regional instability create unpredictability. Europe-Turkey-GCC road corridors are operational but under strain. Freight operations remain possible with contingency routing.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Crisis Situation Updates - DHL Global Forwarding","url":"https://www.dhl.com/au-en/home/global-forwarding/latest-news-and-webinars/middle-east-crisis-situation-updates.html"},"reference_date":"06 May 2026"},{"country_name":"Germany","status":"minor","reason":"Germany faces stagflation risk per ECB warnings due to the Iran war energy shock. European air freight spot rates have surged significantly on key corridors. Fuel surcharges are elevated. The IEA warned of potential jet fuel shortages for Europe. Europe-Germany freight lanes are operational but at elevated cost with volatility.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Economic impact of the 2026 Iran war - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economic_impact_of_the_2026_Iran_war"},"reference_date":"19 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Tanzania","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Thailand","status":"minor","reason":"Thailand implemented a 30% fuel surcharge for cartage due to elevated jet fuel costs from the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Malaysian and Thai vessels were granted access through the Strait of Hormuz after diplomatic talks with Iran (late March 2026). A border dispute with Cambodia has added regional tension. Freight operations are functional but with elevated surcharges.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Escalation Disrupts Global Ocean and Air Freight Networks","url":"https://www.flexport.com/blog/middle-east-escalation-disrupts-global-ocean-and-air-freight-networks/"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"United Kingdom","status":"minor","reason":"The UK deployed drones, fighter aircraft, and a Royal Navy warship to secure the Strait of Hormuz (announced May 2026). European air freight market remains volatile with elevated fuel surcharges. The IEA warned of potential jet fuel shortages for Europe. UK freight operations are generally functional but impacted by elevated costs and geopolitical exposure.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Strait_of_Hormuz_crisis"},"reference_date":"22 June 2026"},{"country_name":"France","status":"minor","reason":"France faces elevated energy costs and freight disruptions stemming from the Iran war. Europe road freight spot rates have surged (France/Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg +102%; France/Germany +73% per OIA Global). Air freight capacity constraints affect key east-west trade lanes. Freight operations remain functional but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"South Africa","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Italy","status":"minor","reason":"Italy faces risk of being pushed into technical recession by end of 2026 per ECB warnings due to Iran war energy shock. Elevated fuel costs and freight rates affect operations. Port congestion at European hubs contributes to delays. Freight is operational but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Economic impact of the 2026 Iran war - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economic_impact_of_the_2026_Iran_war"},"reference_date":"19 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Kenya","status":"minor","reason":"Kenya's warehouse loaders were previously on indefinite strike (2025), causing inland cargo delays. Elevated global freight and energy costs from the Hormuz crisis continue to affect Kenyan logistics. Operations are generally possible but with elevated costs and some delays.","reference_or_news":{"title":"What's Behind the 17 Simultaneous Logistics Strikes?","url":"https://blogs.tradlinx.com/whats-behind-the-17-simultaneous-logistics-strikes-inside-the-freight-worlds-labor-crisis/"},"reference_date":"30 June 2025"},{"country_name":"Myanmar","status":"major","reason":"Myanmar is in an active civil war with international sanctions in place. The country faces severe fuel shortages and steep price increases due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis compounding its already fragile energy situation. Domestic aviation and ground transport are severely affected, with reports of severe freight delays and reliance on expensive black-market fuel. Western carriers have suspended operations; freight flows through complex and high-risk shadow routes.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Myanmar's New Administration: Military Consolidation, Not Transition","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/brf/asia-pacific/myanmar-china/b188-myanmars-new-administration-military-consolidation-not-transition"},"reference_date":"03 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Colombia","status":"minor","reason":"Colombia faces ongoing security concerns with armed groups. The National Liberation Army (ELN) has threatened action against foreign forces linked to the Venezuela situation. Valentine's Day flower peak caused significant airfreight activity, then 24% week-on-week volume drop. Some tension with US over Venezuela intervention. Freight operations are generally possible with security-aware routing.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 kicks off with a carrier and tariff big bang","url":"https://www.scangl.com/en-us/news/2026-kicks-off-with-a-carrier-and-tariff-big-bang/"},"reference_date":"26 February 2026"},{"country_name":"Sudan","status":"major","reason":"Sudan remains in active civil war — the UN has described it as the world's worst humanitarian calamity. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have seized most of Khartoum and surrounding areas. The UN has reported pockets of famine. Both sides block aid delivery. Freight and logistics operations are severely disrupted or impossible in conflict-affected areas. Turkey has established a military base in Port Sudan.","reference_or_news":{"title":"10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/global/10-conflicts-watch-2026"},"reference_date":"22 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Uganda","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"South Korea","status":"minor","reason":"South Korea faces similar energy exposure to Japan due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, with significant crude oil imports transiting the region. Elevated freight rates on Asia-Europe and Asia-Middle East lanes. Freight operations remain functional but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Closure 2026: What It Means for Your Supply Chain and Shipping Routes","url":"https://carraglobe.com/strait-of-hormuz-closure-2026/"},"reference_date":"08 May 2026"},{"country_name":"Algeria","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Iraq","status":"major","reason":"Iraq's airspace is closed to civil aviation per EASA CZIB (valid through 24 June 2026). Iranian-aligned militias in Iraq targeted US military and civilian facilities. US and Israeli retaliatory strikes targeted militia positions. Iraq's near-total dependence on oil revenue faces a 90% production drop in some scenarios. US-Iran deal allowed Iraqi-flagged vessels to transit the Strait from 26 March 2026. Road routes via Iraq from Europe to GCC are operational but high-risk.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Airspace of the Middle East and Persian Gulf - EASA","url":"https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/air-operations/czibs/2026-03-r12"},"reference_date":"10 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Spain","status":"minor","reason":"Spain is affected by elevated energy costs and freight rates stemming from the Iran war and global shipping disruptions. European road freight spot rates have surged. Freight operations remain generally functional but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Argentina","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Afghanistan","status":"major","reason":"Afghanistan is in an active war with Pakistan (since February 2026). All five primary trade crossings with Pakistan are closed indefinitely — Torkham and Spin Boldak have sustained substantial damage. Humanitarian partners suspended operations since early March. The Strait of Hormuz crisis has further closed Iran's alternative corridor for Afghanistan. Freight access is severely restricted to northern routes via Uzbekistan (handling ~76% of Afghanistan's northern freight transit).","reference_or_news":{"title":"Afghanistan Situation Update #2: Humanitarian Impact of Afghanistan-Pakistan Military Escalation","url":"https://www.unocha.org/publications/report/afghanistan/afghanistan-situation-update-2-humanitarian-impact-afghanistan-pakistan-military-escalation-18-march-2026"},"reference_date":"18 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Yemen","status":"major","reason":"Yemen remains in active armed conflict. Houthi forces resumed attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea on 28 February 2026, following US-Israeli strikes on Iran. EASA CZIB prohibits civil aviation operations in Yemen's Sana'a FIR at all flight levels. Sea freight costs for education materials bound for Yemen have surged by up to 150% per UNICEF. Humanitarian and commercial logistics are severely impacted.","reference_or_news":{"title":"From food lines in Somalia to clinics in Afghanistan, Hormuz crisis sends shockwaves through global aid networks","url":"https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/06/1167653"},"reference_date":"07 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Canada","status":"minor","reason":"Canada faces elevated freight costs from the global energy and logistics disruptions. Canada announced C$8M+ in funding for Cuba amid the US blockade. Cross-border freight with the US is subject to tariff uncertainty. Parcel backlog linked to US de minimis changes is rippling through trade lanes. Operations are generally functional with contingency planning required.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 State of Logistics Report: Volatility is the new normal","url":"https://www.freightwaves.com/news/2026-state-of-logistics-report-volatility-new-normal"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Angola","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Ukraine","status":"major","reason":"Ukraine remains in active war with Russia. Commercial shipping from Ukraine is heavily restricted. Freight moves primarily via Danube ports, road transport to EU, and rail via Poland (European standard gauge interchange). Ukrainian drone strikes are targeting Russian logistics routes and occupied-territory infrastructure. Russian drone and missile attacks continue on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Freight execution is highly limited and unpredictable.","reference_or_news":{"title":"'Hell is beginning' — Ukraine could isolate occupied Crimea as drone strikes disrupt logistics","url":"https://kyivindependent.com/hell-for-russia-ukraine-can-isolate-occupied-crimea-as-drone-strikes-disrupt-logistics-fedorov-says/"},"reference_date":"18 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Morocco","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Poland","status":"minor","reason":"Poland serves as a key logistics gateway for Ukrainian exports and has seen increased freight volumes. Europe road freight spot rates have surged (Germany/Poland +43%; Poland/Germany +37% per OIA Global). Operations are functional but with elevated rates.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Uzbekistan","status":"minor","reason":"Uzbekistan has become Afghanistan's primary trade corridor since the Pakistan-Afghanistan war closed southern routes. The Hairatan border crossing is handling significantly increased freight volumes (~76% of Afghanistan's northern transit). A Uzbekistan-Afghanistan Preferential Trade Agreement was ratified in March 2026, driving further volume increases. Some capacity constraints at border crossings as volumes surge. Freight operations are functioning but under strain from increased demand.","reference_or_news":{"title":"War As Integration: How The Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Is Pulling Kabul Into Central-Asia","url":"https://www.cacianalyst.org/publications/analytical-articles/item/13942-war-as-integration-how-the-pakistan-afghanistan-conflict-is-pulling-kabul-into-central-asia.html"},"reference_date":"24 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Mozambique","status":"minor","reason":"Sea freight costs for education materials bound for Mozambique have surged by up to 150% due to the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea disruptions per UNICEF. Internal security concerns in northern Mozambique persist. Freight is possible but at significantly elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"From food lines in Somalia to clinics in Afghanistan, Hormuz crisis sends shockwaves through global aid networks","url":"https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/06/1167653"},"reference_date":"07 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Malaysia","status":"minor","reason":"Malaysian vessels were granted access through the Strait of Hormuz after diplomatic talks with Iran (late March 2026). Global shipping surcharges and elevated fuel costs affect Malaysian trade. Freight operations are generally functional but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Strait_of_Hormuz_crisis"},"reference_date":"22 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Ghana","status":"minor","reason":"Ghana faces elevated global freight and energy costs from the Hormuz crisis. UNCTAD warns that vulnerable economies including Ghana face a sustained oil price burden. Freight operations are generally possible but at higher cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Disruptions: Implications for Global Trade and Development","url":"https://unctad.org/system/files/official-document/osgttinf2026d1_en.pdf"},"reference_date":"02 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Saudi Arabia","status":"minor","reason":"Saudi Arabia is rerouting crude exports through its East-West pipeline to Yanbu on the Red Sea, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. Jeddah Seaport and Saudi customs remain stable. Some eastern ports are congested. Saudi airspace restrictions were in effect in March 2026 but have since partially normalized. Freight operations are recovering but with significant constraints and elevated costs.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Tension Escalation - June 3, 2026","url":"https://info.expeditors.com/operational-impact/middle-east-tension-escalation-june-3-2026"},"reference_date":"03 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Peru","status":"minor","reason":"Peru faces elevated global freight costs from the Hormuz crisis. A presidential election second round is ongoing in 2026, introducing policy uncertainty. Ecuadoran fishing vessel incidents in the Pacific (UAV strikes by US forces) have raised regional maritime security concerns. Freight operations are generally functional.","reference_or_news":{"title":"US Escalation in the Caribbean and Latin America - Live Updates","url":"https://cepr.net/publications/americas-live-updates/"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Madagascar","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Côte d'Ivoire","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Cameroon","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Nepal","status":"minor","reason":"Nepal is a landlocked country highly dependent on India for transit logistics. Elevated global freight costs and energy price increases from the Hormuz crisis affect Nepal indirectly. Operations are possible through Indian ports but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Disruptions: The burden of oil price shocks on vulnerable economies (UNCTAD)","url":"https://unctad.org/system/files/official-document/osgttinf2026d1_en.pdf"},"reference_date":"02 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Niger","status":"major","reason":"Niger remains under military junta rule following the 2023 coup. International sanctions and suspension of aid by Western partners have severely constrained the economy. Security situation remains volatile with Sahel jihadist activity. Freight operations are significantly limited.","reference_or_news":{"title":"10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/global/10-conflicts-watch-2026"},"reference_date":"22 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Venezuela","status":"major","reason":"The US launched military intervention in Venezuela in early January 2026 (Operation Absolute Resolve), ousting President Nicolás Maduro. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in. The US has imposed a maritime blockade on sanctioned oil tankers. Venezuela's oil exports to Cuba were cut off. National Liberation Army (ELN) has threatened action against foreign forces. Freight operations are severely disrupted by military operations, sanctions, and political instability.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 United States intervention in Venezuela - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_United_States_strikes_in_Venezuela"},"reference_date":"10 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Australia","status":"minor","reason":"Australia implemented a 44% fuel surcharge for cartage due to elevated jet fuel costs from the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Patrick Terminals have previously faced industrial action. Freight operations are generally functional but with elevated surcharges and some capacity constraints.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Escalation Disrupts Global Ocean and Air Freight Networks","url":"https://www.flexport.com/blog/middle-east-escalation-disrupts-global-ocean-and-air-freight-networks/"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"North Korea","status":"major","reason":"North Korea remains under comprehensive US and UN sanctions that prohibit virtually all trade. The US Treasury maintains the world's largest North Korea sanctions program targeting shipping and trading companies. Normal commercial freight to/from North Korea is impossible for compliant operators.","reference_or_news":{"title":"North Korea Sanctions & Enforcement Actions Advisory","url":"https://ofac.treasury.gov/media/7721/download?inline="},"reference_date":"Ongoing"},{"country_name":"Syria","status":"major","reason":"Syria's airspace is subject to a standing EASA CZIB (CZIB-2017-03R19) recommending no civil aviation operations at all flight levels and altitudes. The country has experienced prolonged conflict and remains heavily sanctioned. Freight operations are severely restricted.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Airspace of the Middle East and Persian Gulf - EASA","url":"https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/air-operations/czibs/2026-03-r12"},"reference_date":"10 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Mali","status":"major","reason":"Mali is under military junta control and experiencing significant Sahel jihadist insurgency. International sanctions have been imposed and Western partners have reduced engagement. Freight operations are severely constrained by security concerns and sanctions.","reference_or_news":{"title":"10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/global/10-conflicts-watch-2026"},"reference_date":"22 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Burkina Faso","status":"major","reason":"Burkina Faso is under military junta control and experiencing active Sahel jihadist insurgency that limits access to large parts of the country. UNCTAD notes that the additional energy cost burden could exceed 5% of national economic output. Freight operations are severely constrained.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Disruptions: The burden of oil price shocks on vulnerable economies (UNCTAD)","url":"https://unctad.org/system/files/official-document/osgttinf2026d1_en.pdf"},"reference_date":"02 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Sri Lanka","status":"minor","reason":"Sri Lanka's Colombo port is a key transshipment hub experiencing congestion as diverted vessels from the Hormuz/Red Sea crisis compete for berth space. The country is still recovering economically from its 2022-2023 financial crisis. Freight operations are possible but with congestion-related delays.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Crisis 2026: Full Timeline & Ocean Freight Impact","url":"https://www.seavantage.com/blog/strait-of-hormuz-crisis-2026-shipping-disruption-timeline"},"reference_date":"12 April 2026"},{"country_name":"Malawi","status":"minor","reason":"Malawi is a landlocked, low-income country exposed to elevated freight and fuel costs from global disruptions. UNCTAD vulnerability assessment covers countries like Malawi. Freight operations are possible via Mozambique and Tanzania corridors but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Strait of Hormuz Disruptions: The burden of oil price shocks on vulnerable economies (UNCTAD)","url":"https://unctad.org/system/files/official-document/osgttinf2026d1_en.pdf"},"reference_date":"02 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Zambia","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Chad","status":"major","reason":"Chad faces active jihadist insurgency in the Lake Chad basin and is experiencing spillover from the Sudan civil war. The country is landlocked with limited logistics infrastructure. Freight operations are significantly disrupted by security concerns.","reference_or_news":{"title":"10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/global/10-conflicts-watch-2026"},"reference_date":"22 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Kazakhstan","status":"minor","reason":"Kazakhstan is navigating the challenge of maintaining trade links while managing Western sanctions risks related to Russia. As a key transit route for Central Asian trade, Kazakhstan's logistics are elevated in importance following the Afghanistan-Pakistan war. Operations are generally functional but with geopolitical risk monitoring required.","reference_or_news":{"title":"War As Integration: How The Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Is Pulling Kabul Into Central-Asia","url":"https://www.cacianalyst.org/publications/analytical-articles/item/13942-war-as-integration-how-the-pakistan-afghanistan-conflict-is-pulling-kabul-into-central-asia.html"},"reference_date":"24 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Somalia","status":"major","reason":"Somalia remains in active conflict with Al-Shabaab insurgency. Trucking costs for lifesaving therapeutic food destined for Somalia have increased by a third per UNICEF due to the Hormuz crisis. Somalia is being integrated into a Riyadh-led logistics network, with Saudi Arabia investing in Laasqooray Port. Freight operations are severely limited by security conditions.","reference_or_news":{"title":"From food lines in Somalia to clinics in Afghanistan, Hormuz crisis sends shockwaves through global aid networks","url":"https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/06/1167653"},"reference_date":"07 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Chile","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Senegal","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Guatemala","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Romania","status":"minor","reason":"Romania is adjacent to the Ukraine conflict and serves as a transit route for Ukrainian exports. Elevated European freight rates and energy costs affect operations. Freight operations are generally functional but impacted by regional instability.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 State of Logistics Report: Volatility is the new normal","url":"https://www.freightwaves.com/news/2026-state-of-logistics-report-volatility-new-normal"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Netherlands","status":"minor","reason":"Rotterdam faces extended berth wait times and constrained capacity. European road freight spot rates have surged (Netherlands +102% on key corridors per OIA Global). The Netherlands is an active participant in Middle East naval missions. Freight operations are functional but at elevated rates with port congestion.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Ecuador","status":"minor","reason":"Ecuador has experienced US military strike incidents on fishing vessels in the Pacific (January and March 2026) in joint counter-narcotics operations, creating maritime security concerns. Ecuador expelled the Cuban ambassador in March 2026. Freight operations are generally functional but with elevated maritime security concerns.","reference_or_news":{"title":"US Escalation in the Caribbean and Latin America - Live Updates","url":"https://cepr.net/publications/americas-live-updates/"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Cambodia","status":"minor","reason":"Cambodia-Thailand border tensions have increased following a 2026 border dispute. Thailand and Cambodia clashed along their disputed border area according to ICG. Freight operations via land routes require monitoring. Sea freight operations via Sihanoukville are generally functional.","reference_or_news":{"title":"10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/global/10-conflicts-watch-2026"},"reference_date":"22 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Zimbabwe","status":"minor","reason":"Zimbabwe faces severe fuel shortages similar to other developing nations due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, alongside its existing economic challenges. 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Freight operations within Rwanda are generally functional but with reputational and sanctions risk monitoring required.","reference_or_news":{"title":"10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026","url":"https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/global/10-conflicts-watch-2026"},"reference_date":"22 January 2026"},{"country_name":"Burundi","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Bolivia","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Tunisia","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Haiti","status":"major","reason":"Violent gangs control approximately 90% of Port-au-Prince and are gaining territory elsewhere. Gang turf battles continue. Over 1.3 million Haitians are internally displaced. A Gang Suppression Force has been deployed but conditions remain extremely volatile. Freight execution to Haiti is highly unpredictable and risky.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Tracking Trump and Latin America: Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela","url":"https://www.as-coa.org/articles/tracking-trump-and-latin-america-migration-cuba-haiti-venezuela-applications-paused"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Belgium","status":"minor","reason":"Antwerp faces extended berth wait times and constrained capacity per industry reports. European road freight spot rates have surged significantly on Belgium-France-Netherlands corridors. Freight is operational but at elevated rates.","reference_or_news":{"title":"The Biggest Supply Chain Risks of 2026","url":"https://www.xeneta.com/blog/the-biggest-supply-chain-risks-of-2026-and-how-to-navigate-them"},"reference_date":"18 February 2026"},{"country_name":"Cuba","status":"major","reason":"The US enacted a fuel blockade on Cuba in February 2026 (Executive Order 14380), targeting oil tankers heading to Cuba. Venezuela's oil exports to Cuba were cut off following the US intervention in Venezuela. Mexico halted shipments under US tariff pressure. Cuba has not received adequate oil supply since January 2026. Cuba's electricity grid has been failing, and water and food systems are threatened. This represents the US's first effective blockade of Cuba since the Cuban Missile Crisis.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 Cuban crisis - Wikipedia","url":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Cuban_crisis"},"reference_date":"22 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Jordan","status":"minor","reason":"Jordan is affected by regional Middle East conflict adjacency. The Jordan River/Sheikh Hussein border crossing is operating on limited hours (08:30–17:00 local). Jordan/Oman/Egypt continue to operate with minimal clearance delays per Expeditors. Airspace caution advised per EASA. Freight operations are generally functional with some restrictions.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Tension Escalation - April 28, 2026","url":"https://info.expeditors.com/operational-impact/middle-east-tension-escalation-april-28-2026"},"reference_date":"28 April 2026"},{"country_name":"Czech Republic","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Sweden","status":"minor","reason":"Sweden's Gothenburg port has experienced rolling labor stoppages per industry reports. Nordic/Scandinavian freight operations remain generally functional but with elevated costs and labor action risk.","reference_or_news":{"title":"What's Behind the 17 Simultaneous Logistics Strikes?","url":"https://blogs.tradlinx.com/whats-behind-the-17-simultaneous-logistics-strikes-inside-the-freight-worlds-labor-crisis/"},"reference_date":"30 June 2025"},{"country_name":"Dominican Republic","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"South Sudan","status":"major","reason":"South Sudan remains in a fragile post-conflict state with ongoing inter-communal violence. Trucking costs for lifesaving therapeutic food destined for South Sudan have increased by a third per UNICEF due to the Hormuz crisis. Freight operations are severely limited by security and infrastructure constraints.","reference_or_news":{"title":"From food lines in Somalia to clinics in Afghanistan, Hormuz crisis sends shockwaves through global aid networks","url":"https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/06/1167653"},"reference_date":"07 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Portugal","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Greece","status":"minor","reason":"Greece is an active participant in Middle East naval missions. Elevated European freight costs and energy prices affect operations. Port volumes and transit times are impacted by Red Sea/Suez disruptions. Freight operations are generally functional.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Azerbaijan","status":"minor","reason":"Azerbaijan serves as a Caspian transit corridor and has seen increased interest as an alternative route. Large-scale displacement into Armenia and Azerbaijan from Iran is reported due to the Iran war. Freight operations are generally functional but with increased transit volumes and regional tension monitoring required.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Conflict Ripple Effects & Scenarios","url":"https://www.acaps.org/fileadmin/Data_Product/Main_media/20260320_ACAPS_Ripple_effects_and_scenarios_of_the_Middle_East_conflict_.pdf"},"reference_date":"20 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Papua New Guinea","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Honduras","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Tajikistan","status":"minor","reason":"Tajikistan provides approximately 80-85% of Afghanistan's power imports along with Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. Increased Afghanistan-Central Asia trade is adding pressure to Tajik border infrastructure. Freight operations are generally functional but with increased volumes from Afghan trade diversion.","reference_or_news":{"title":"War As Integration: How The Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Is Pulling Kabul Into Central-Asia","url":"https://www.cacianalyst.org/publications/analytical-articles/item/13942-war-as-integration-how-the-pakistan-afghanistan-conflict-is-pulling-kabul-into-central-asia.html"},"reference_date":"24 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Hungary","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Belarus","status":"major","reason":"Belarus remains under broad Western sanctions following the Lukashenko government's crackdown on protesters and support for Russia's war in Ukraine. Major freight carriers have suspended services. Western companies are largely prohibited from operating through Belarus. Freight execution is severely restricted for compliant operators.","reference_or_news":{"title":"2026 State of Logistics Report: Volatility is the new normal","url":"https://www.freightwaves.com/news/2026-state-of-logistics-report-volatility-new-normal"},"reference_date":"17 June 2026"},{"country_name":"United Arab Emirates","status":"minor","reason":"The UAE's Jebel Ali port — the primary transshipment hub for IT hardware across the Middle East, East Africa, and South Asia — has experienced significant congestion and disruption from the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Dubai/DXB airspace and cargo operations have partially resumed (Emirates SkyCargo operating to 137 destinations in 72 countries as of June 2026), but UAE airspace remains subject to EASA caution advisories. Class 1 Dangerous Goods remain restricted on the Emirates network. Operations are recovering but not fully normalized.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Tension Escalation - June 3, 2026","url":"https://info.expeditors.com/operational-impact/middle-east-tension-escalation-june-3-2026"},"reference_date":"03 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Israel","status":"major","reason":"Israel is an active party in the Iran war (since 28 February 2026). Israeli airspace (LLLL/Tel Aviv FIR) has been closed to routine civil aviation. Selected freighter and repatriation flights are operating with prior government and security approvals, limited in frequency. Following a ceasefire, operations are at partial capacity. All movements subject to short-notice cancellation. Sea freight via Ashdod/Haifa has been severely disrupted. Lebanon airspace is also prohibited per EASA.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Israel – Safe Airspace","url":"https://safeairspace.net/israel/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Togo","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Austria","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Switzerland","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Sierra Leone","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Laos","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Hong Kong","status":"minor","reason":"Hong Kong suspended flights to Dubai and Riyadh until June 30 and cargo freighter services to Dubai and Riyadh until May 31 due to the Middle East conflict. Services to Riyadh are cancelled indefinitely. China/Hong Kong e-commerce air freight impacted by EU regulations effective 1 July 2026 and US de minimis ban. Freight operations are recovering but with ongoing Middle East route disruptions.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Disruptions 2026","url":"https://resources.radiantdelivers.com/me-distruptions-26"},"reference_date":"May 2026"},{"country_name":"Paraguay","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Turkmenistan","status":"minor","reason":"Turkmenistan provides a significant share of Afghanistan's power imports and is seeing increased trade volumes as Afghanistan pivots to Central Asian routes. Large-scale displacement into Turkmenistan from Iran is reported. Freight operations are generally functional with increased volumes.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Conflict Ripple Effects & Scenarios","url":"https://www.acaps.org/fileadmin/Data_Product/Main_media/20260320_ACAPS_Ripple_effects_and_scenarios_of_the_Middle_East_conflict_.pdf"},"reference_date":"20 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Libya","status":"major","reason":"Libya remains divided between rival governments and factions, with ongoing armed conflict. The country lacks a stable central authority. 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Danish freight is generally operational but with higher costs from fuel surcharges.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Singapore","status":"minor","reason":"Singapore's port is experiencing congestion as diverted vessels from the Hormuz/Red Sea crisis compete for berth space. Singapore and Taiwan depend significantly on Qatari LNG. Jet fuel exports from Singapore are reportedly suspended per Radiant Delivers. Freight operations are generally functional but with elevated costs and congestion.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Tension Escalation - June 3, 2026","url":"https://info.expeditors.com/operational-impact/middle-east-tension-escalation-june-3-2026"},"reference_date":"03 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Central African Republic","status":"major","reason":"The Central African Republic remains in a fragile security situation with ongoing armed group activity. Wagner Group / Russian forces have been operating in the country. Freight logistics are severely limited by security conditions and infrastructure constraints.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Conflict Ripple Effects & Scenarios","url":"https://www.acaps.org/fileadmin/Data_Product/Main_media/20260320_ACAPS_Ripple_effects_and_scenarios_of_the_Middle_East_conflict_.pdf"},"reference_date":"20 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Finland","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Slovakia","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Norway","status":"minor","reason":"Norway is an active participant in Middle East naval missions. Elevated European freight costs and energy prices from the Iran war affect operations. Norwegian freight is generally operational but with elevated global shipping costs.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Congo (Brazzaville)","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Palestine","status":"major","reason":"Gaza remains severely affected by the Israel-Hamas conflict. EASA notes high risk in Israel/Palestine airspace. Israel resumed assaults in March 2025 and large portions of Gaza have been destroyed. Previous Israeli strikes on the port extended delivery times from weeks to months. Land routes cannot substitute for port access at required volumes. Freight operations are effectively impossible in Gaza; West Bank access is severely constrained.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Airspace of the Middle East and Persian Gulf - EASA","url":"https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/air-operations/czibs/2026-03-r12"},"reference_date":"10 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Costa Rica","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"New Zealand","status":"minor","reason":"New Zealand is an active participant in Middle East naval missions. Elevated global shipping costs and fuel surcharges affect New Zealand's freight operations. Operations are generally functional but at elevated cost.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Supply Chain Updates","url":"https://www.oiaglobal.com/middle-east-supply-chain-updates/"},"reference_date":"June 2026"},{"country_name":"Ireland","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Oman","status":"minor","reason":"Oman is located adjacent to the Strait of Hormuz conflict zone. At least three tankers were struck near Oman at the start of the crisis. The Port of Salalah gradually resumed operations in late March 2026. EASA advises caution for Oman's airspace. Oman, Jordan, and Egypt are noted as operating with minimal customs clearance delays (Expeditors, April 2026). Operations are recovering but with ongoing security monitoring required.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Tension Escalation - April 28, 2026","url":"https://info.expeditors.com/operational-impact/middle-east-tension-escalation-april-28-2026"},"reference_date":"28 April 2026"},{"country_name":"Liberia","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Kuwait","status":"minor","reason":"Kuwait's airspace was restricted in the initial phase of the Iran conflict. Kuwait Airport has reopened but remains below 20% recovery compared to pre-crisis capacity per DHL. Kuwait Airport was one of the closures in the initial strikes. The Al Salmi Kuwaiti oil tanker was struck by a drone in Dubai. US-Iran deal allowed Kuwaiti-flagged vessels transit access. Operations are recovering but below normal capacity.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Crisis Situation Updates - DHL Global Forwarding","url":"https://www.dhl.com/au-en/home/global-forwarding/latest-news-and-webinars/middle-east-crisis-situation-updates.html"},"reference_date":"06 May 2026"},{"country_name":"Panama","status":"minor","reason":"The Panama Canal experienced reduced vessel transits due to drought conditions in recent years, creating congestion throughout the region. Canal capacity constraints continue to affect Asia-Americas trade lanes. Freight operations are generally functional but with some residual congestion from capacity limitations.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Disruption Is the Operating Environment: What Importers Need to Watch in Global Logistics in 2026","url":"https://geminishippers.com/global-logistics-disruptions-2026/"},"reference_date":"03 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Mauritania","status":"minor","reason":"UNCTAD warns that the additional energy cost burden of the Hormuz crisis could exceed 5% of Mauritania's national economic output. Gambia (neighboring country) is similarly affected. 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Operations are generally functional.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Conflict Ripple Effects & Scenarios","url":"https://www.acaps.org/fileadmin/Data_Product/Main_media/20260320_ACAPS_Ripple_effects_and_scenarios_of_the_Middle_East_conflict_.pdf"},"reference_date":"20 March 2026"},{"country_name":"Eritrea","status":"major","reason":"Eritrea remains under international human rights-related sanctions and has limited political engagement with the international community. The country has limited logistics infrastructure and restricted foreign carrier access. 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Operations are recovering but below full capacity.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Middle East Tension Escalation - June 3, 2026","url":"https://info.expeditors.com/operational-impact/middle-east-tension-escalation-june-3-2026"},"reference_date":"03 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Lithuania","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Jamaica","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Moldova","status":"minor","reason":"Moldova is adjacent to the Ukraine conflict and experiences spillover instability. 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Iranian forces targeted US military bases in Bahrain (Combined Maritime Forces HQ). Arrivals at Dammam Seaport (adjacent region) were paused. Operations are recovering but EASA still advises caution in Bahrain airspace. Kuwait Airport (neighboring) remains below 20% capacity. Freight operations are possible but require monitoring.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Airspace of the Middle East and Persian Gulf - EASA","url":"https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/air-operations/czibs/2026-03-r12"},"reference_date":"10 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Equatorial Guinea","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Estonia","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Lebanon","status":"major","reason":"Lebanon's airspace is prohibited per EASA CZIB (no civil aviation at all flight levels). Lebanon experienced renewed Israeli operations from March 2026 with over 1.04 million people displaced by 16 March. Lebanon's customs authority faces staffing shortages. Rental prices surged 233-275%. Freight operations in Lebanon are severely disrupted by military activity and airspace closure.","reference_or_news":{"title":"Airspace of the Middle East and Persian Gulf - EASA","url":"https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/air-operations/czibs/2026-03-r12"},"reference_date":"10 June 2026"},{"country_name":"Mauritius","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null},{"country_name":"Timor-Leste","status":"clear","reason":null,"reference_or_news":null,"reference_date":null}]}