Global coalition condemns Iran’s actions in Strait of Hormuz, calls for immediate de-escalation
Dubai, March 23. Leaders from a broad coalition of countries, including the United Arab Emirates (UAE), have issued a joint statement strongly condemning Iran’s recent actions in the Strait of Hormuz, warning of serious implications for global security and energy supplies.
The statement denounced what it described as Iran’s attacks on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf, strikes on civilian infrastructure such as oil and gas facilities, and its effective blockade of the critical maritime passage.
In addition to the UAE, the signatories include major economies and regional partners such as the UK, France, Germany, Japan, Canada, Australia, and South Korea, among others.
Expressing deep concern over the escalating tensions, the countries called on Iran to immediately halt threats, including the laying of naval mines and the use of drones and missiles, and to refrain from obstructing commercial shipping through the Strait. They also urged Tehran to comply with UN Security Council Resolution 2817.
Reaffirming that freedom of navigation is a cornerstone of international law under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, the statement warned that disruptions in the Strait could have far-reaching consequences, particularly for vulnerable populations dependent on stable energy supplies.
The coalition further underscored that interference with international shipping and global energy flows poses a direct threat to international peace and security. It called for an immediate and comprehensive halt to attacks on civilian infrastructure, especially oil and gas installations.
The signatories also expressed readiness to support efforts aimed at ensuring safe maritime transit through the Strait and welcomed ongoing preparatory coordination among nations.
In a bid to stabilise global energy markets, the group endorsed the decision of the International Energy Agency to release strategic petroleum reserves in a coordinated manner. Additional measures, including working with energy-producing countries to boost output, are also being considered.
The statement concluded with a pledge to assist nations most affected by the crisis, including through the UN and international financial institutions, while reiterating the importance of upholding maritime security, international law, and the principles underpinning global economic stability.
