Live chokepoint status

Is the Bosphorus / Turkish Straits open right now?

Yes — Bosphorus / Turkish Straits is open, with elevated risk signals

Most recent high-severity signal: "France Keeps Maritime Patrol Plane In Black Sea As Attacks On Ships Increase". 41 related maritime signals tracked in the last 7 days.

Status band: ELEVATED · 1 signals · 1 high-severity alerts in the last 24h.

Last updated Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:35:38 UTC · Source: Eagle Intelligence live war-risk monitor.

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Navigation aid prepared by Eagle Intelligence. Always verify transit guidance with UKMTO, MSCHOA, and your flag state before sailing. Not operational or legal advice.