Gulf and Arab condemnations of the Iranian attack on two Emirati oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.. Full solidarity with the UAE and support for all measures to safeguard its sovereignty, security, and assets

Condemnations of the Iranian attack on two tankers belonging to the UAE’s Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) as they transited the Strait of Hormuz continued to pour in, underscoring a total rejection of this brazen assault, which constitutes a blatant violation of international law and poses a direct and serious threat to maritime navigation and global energy security.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed its strongest condemnation and outrage at the targeting of two ADNOC tankers during their passage through the Strait of Hormuz, denouncing it as an unacceptable repetition of Iranian attacks on commercial ships and tankers. In a statement, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the recurrence of such attacks constitutes a dangerous escalation and a direct threat to the security and safety of maritime navigation, as well as to global energy supply security. It represented a grave violation of international laws and customs and a blatant challenge to UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which affirmed the necessity of respecting the rights and freedom of navigation for commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz and condemned any actions or threats that could obstruct this.

Riyadh placed full responsibility on Iran for the consequences of its continued attacks, calling on Tehran to immediately halt these violations and respect relevant international laws. It reaffirmed that the security of the region and the safety of international navigation are shared responsibilities, and that the continuation of such attacks is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated. The Kingdom renewed its full solidarity with the sisterly United Arab Emirates, standing by its side and supporting its measures to safeguard its sovereignty, security, and assets, in response to the unacceptable repetition of Iranian attacks on commercial vessels.

For its part, the State of Qatar strongly condemned the Iranian attack targeting two UAE oil tankers belonging to ADNOC as they transited the Strait of Hormuz, deeming it a flagrant breach of international law and freedom of maritime navigation, and a blatant violation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817. In a statement reported by the official news agency QNA, the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s categorical rejection of using the Strait of Hormuz as a pressure tool, calling for its reopening without conditions. The ministry affirmed that freedom of navigation in this vital waterway is a firm principle that admits no compromise, and that the continued closure of the strait endangers the vital interests of regional countries and the global economy. It stressed the need to halt unjustified Iranian attacks on the property of sister states, while reaffirming Qatar’s full solidarity with the UAE and its support for all measures taken to protect its assets.

Similarly, the Kingdom of Bahrain expressed its strong condemnation and outrage at the malicious Iranian attack targeting the two UAE tankers. The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a statement that the attack poses a serious threat to regional security and stability, the safety of maritime navigation, and constitutes a blatant violation of international law, the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, and relevant Security Council resolutions, including Resolution 2817, as well as resolutions of the International Maritime Organization. The ministry affirmed Bahrain’s full solidarity with the UAE and its complete support for all measures taken to safeguard its security, stability, and vital interests, based on the deep-rooted fraternal and historical ties between the leaderships and peoples of the two sister countries, emphasizing that the security and stability of the UAE are an integral part of the national security of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states.

The ministry stressed the necessity for the UN Security Council to fulfill its responsibilities by taking firm and deterrent measures to compel Iran to immediately cease all hostile acts, respect freedom of navigation, and ensure the security and safety of commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and other international waterways. It warned against using the strait as a tool for pressure or economic blackmail, citing this as essential for safeguarding energy security, ensuring the stability of food and pharmaceutical supplies, guaranteeing the flow of global trade, and consolidating security, stability, and prosperity in the region and worldwide.

For his part, GCC Secretary-General Jassem Al-Bedaiwi condemned the repeated and brazen Iranian attacks targeting two UAE tankers as they transited the Strait of Hormuz. Al-Bedaiwi stated in a declaration that these attacks constitute a dangerous and unacceptable escalation and a direct threat to the security and safety of maritime navigation and international trade in one of the world’s most vital waterways, in accordance with the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and relevant Security Council resolutions, including Resolution 2817. He firmly rejected any Iranian attempts to turn this vital international waterway into a tool for pressure and threats, calling on the international community to assume its responsibilities and take a firm stance to halt these repeated attacks and ensure the security and freedom of maritime navigation in accordance with the principles of international law, the law of the sea, and relevant international resolutions. Al-Bedaiwi reaffirmed the GCC’s unwavering solidarity with the UAE, standing by its side and supporting all measures taken to protect its security, sovereignty, assets, and interests.

For her part, Egypt condemned in the strongest terms the attack targeting the two UAE tankers as they transited the Strait of Hormuz. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a declaration that this attack poses a threat to the security and safety of maritime navigation and the freedom of ship movement in one of the most important international waterways. It affirmed Egypt’s full solidarity with the UAE, stressing the necessity to halt all actions that threaten the security and safety of international navigation or endanger ships and civilian facilities. Egypt emphasized the need to respect international law rules to contribute to de-escalation and maintain regional security and stability.

For his part, Jordan condemned the Iranian attack on the two UAE tankers as a blatant violation of international law and a threat to the security and safety of maritime navigation. The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates stated in a declaration broadcast by the Jordan News Agency (Petra) that Jordan rejects and condemns this attack, emphasizing its absolute solidarity with the UAE and its full support for all steps taken to protect its security, stability, and assets.

In this context, the Arab League condemned Iran’s targeting of two tankers belonging to the UAE as they transited the Strait of Hormuz, considering it a blatant and unacceptable violation of international law and UN Security Council Resolution 2817. The Arab League stated in a declaration that the recurrence of these Iranian violations poses a direct threat to freedom of maritime navigation, in addition to having dangerous repercussions on international trade movements and global energy security. It affirmed the necessity to respect international law and the law of the sea, calling on Iran to stop these escalatory acts and refrain from any practices that threaten the security and safety of maritime navigation.

Furthermore, Arab Parliament President Mohammed Al-Yamah condemned Iran’s targeting of the two tankers belonging to the UAE’s ADNOC in the Strait of Hormuz, warning of the repercussions of continuing attacks on global energy security and maritime navigation safety. Al-Yamah stated in a declaration that the security of international sea routes, freedom of navigation, and safe passage are not subjects for compromise or means of political pressure. He emphasized that the continued targeting of commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz threatens international navigation safety and casts dangerous shadows on global trade movements, energy security, and market stability, with repercussions extending beyond the region’s borders. He renewed the Arab Parliament’s full solidarity with the UAE, standing by its side in the face of any attacks targeting its security, sovereignty, and interests, and affirmed its support for all legitimate measures taken to protect its security, the safety of its citizens, and its assets. He stressed that the security and stability of the Gulf Arab states are an integral part of the security and stability of the Arab region, calling for full adherence to international law rules, respect for freedom of maritime navigation, and the guarantee of safe and unconditional passage through the Strait of Hormuz. He called on the international community and the UN Security Council to assume their responsibilities and work to prevent any practices that could undermine regional stability or endanger international economic and commercial interests, affirming that the protection of vital sea routes is a collective responsibility mandated by international law rules and considerations of international peace and security.

Earlier, the United Arab Emirates expressed its strong condemnation and outrage at the aggressive Iranian attack targeting two tankers belonging to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) as they transited the Strait of Hormuz, with no casualties reported. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a declaration that this attack constitutes a blatant violation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which emphasized freedom of navigation and rejected the targeting of commercial ships or the disruption of international sea routes. The ministry stressed that targeting commercial navigation and using the Strait of Hormuz as a tool for pressure or economic blackmail constitutes acts of piracy by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard and poses a direct threat to the stability of the region and its peoples, as well as to global energy security. The UAE affirmed the necessity for Iran to halt these aggressive attacks, thereby ensuring its full commitment to ceasing all hostile acts and reopening the strait completely and unconditionally, in order to achieve regional security and stability for the global economy and trade.