UN Secretary-General António Guterres has proposed UN assistance to facilitate the safe passage of fertilizer shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative aims to mitigate immediate risks associated with transport in the region. Guterres emphasized the need for a more coordinated and predictable transportation system for these crucial goods. The proposal comes amid concerns about global food security and disruptions to fertilizer supply chains. Facilitating fertilizer transport is seen as vital to supporting agricultural production worldwide. The UN hopes its involvement will ensure a smoother flow of these essential resources. This intervention seeks to prevent further complications impacting global food supplies.