Gulf Allies Slam 'Piracy' Attack on Adnoc Tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The UAE and Saudi Arabia have strongly condemned an attack on an Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) tanker by a missile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The Bahraini Foreign Ministry affirmed its full solidarity with the UAE, expressing deep concern over the attack's blatant violation of international law.
In a statement, the ministry urged the UN Security Council to uphold its responsibilities and implement decisive measures to protect maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and key international waterways. The Bahraini government also called on the international community to compel Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and cease attacks on commercial shipping.
The UAE foreign ministry accused Tehran of 'acts of piracy' over the attack, while Adnoc reported that 15 of its vessels had been attacked by missiles and drones while transiting the strait since the start of the conflict, including three this week. The company stated that it had been significantly affected by the unprovoked attacks on its personnel and assets.