Oman condemns repeated attacks on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz

Muscat, Aug 8 (KUNA) -- Oman expressed its condemnation today on Saturday of the repeated attacks on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, describing them as “a violation of international law and the sovereignty of territorial waters, and a threat to maritime navigation safety, regional security, and stability.” The Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a press release that the Sultanate reaffirmed that ongoing negotiations regarding arrangements for navigation in the Strait of Hormuz are “proceeding in a positive and constructive atmosphere,” emphasizing the importance of avoiding any actions that could affect these negotiations and the progress achieved, which takes into account the interests of all parties. (End) M.J.B./N.S.A.