In the wake of the nine-month US-Israeli conflict with Iran, international shipping corridors have become increasingly perilous for seafarers. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil and gas passage connecting the Gulf to the Arabian Sea, has been subjected to repeated attacks on commercial vessels since February 28. These assaults, involving missiles, projectiles, and naval mines, have resulted in at least 129 reported incidents and the deaths of at least 25 seafarers, primarily from countries such as India - a major supplier of merchant sailors worldwide. The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has expressed concern over the safety of civilian crews amidst these volatile conditions, highlighting the need for all parties to prioritize the safety of seafarers who are merely performing their duties. Aside from the risk of death or injury, seafarers' mental health is also being affected by this prolonged conflict. Approximately 6,000 seafarers were stranded near the Strait of Hormuz in October, and maritime unions and shipping companies have negotiated arrangements to provide seafarers with the option to refuse dangerous assignments and receive company-funded repatriation and compensation. However, these protections do not cover every seafarer, and mental health support remains a pressing concern for many who are experiencing loneliness, anxiety, and distress in this volatile region.