GCC Condemns Iranian Attack on UAE Oil Tankers

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi strongly condemned the Iranian attack targeting two UAE-owned oil tankers, Mombasa and Al Bahia, describing the incident as a hostile act and a serious violation of international law and maritime freedom.

The attack resulted in the death of one crew member and injuries to several others, according to the GCC General Secretariat.

Albudaiwi said targeting the UAE commercial vessels represents a “flagrant violation” of international law, maritime navigation principles, and global efforts to ensure the safety of international shipping routes.

The GCC chief stressed that the attack also contravenes UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which calls for the protection of international navigation and prohibits attacks on commercial vessels or actions that threaten vital maritime corridors.

He reaffirmed that the GCC stands united with the UAE and supports all measures Abu Dhabi takes to protect its security, sovereignty, vital facilities, and national interests

Albudaiwi urged the international community, particularly the United Nations Security Council, to fulfil its legal and moral responsibilities by taking decisive action against what he described as repeated Iranian attacks.

He called for immediate measures to prevent further threats, hold those responsible accountable, safeguard freedom of navigation, and preserve regional and global economic stability.

The GCC Secretary-General also extended his condolences to the family of the deceased crew member and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the attack.