One defining feature of the Gaza and Ukraine conflicts is that despite both being localised continental conflicts and mainly restricted to their respective territories, their spillover into the maritime domain has had
global implications that are impacting the smooth functioning of the global economy. This article examines the impact of this conflict on maritime global commons and brings out why securing the maritime global commons is extremely important. To do this there is a requirement to develop a coordinated multi-dimensional, multi-layered and multinational effort to combat the threats to the international order at sea.