Trapped after war breaks out in Iran, Bangladesh seafarer recounts Gulf ordeal

DHAKA - For 115 days, captain Mohammad Shafiqul Islam was stranded on the high seas of the Gulf, watching missiles light up the night sky and rationing food and water for his crew.“I tried to stay calm because I was responsible for 31 lives, a ship worth US$40 million, and cargo valued at US$8.2 million,” the 51-year-o

For 115 days, Mohammad Shafiqul Islam was stranded on the high seas of the Gulf, watching missiles light up the night sky and rationing food and water for his crew.

For 115 days, captain Mohammad Shafiqul Islam was stranded on the high seas of the Gulf, watching missiles light up the night sky and rationing food and water for his crew. "I tried to stay calm because I was responsible for 31 lives, a ship worth $40 million, and cargo valued at $8.2 million," the 51-y