Gulf-European Condemnation of Iran's Actions
The Gulf Cooperation Council and the European Union condemned Iran's assaults against Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, and Jordan, as well as its attacks on international navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The statement emphasized that these attacks endanger the lives of civilians and sailors, violate international law and United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817. They called on Iran to cease these actions immediately and to comply with international law. The statement also reaffirmed that freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is guaranteed under international law, and that no state has the right to control or impose fees on it, rejecting any claims of sovereignty over it. They urged support for international institutions, especially the International Maritime Organization, to ensure the safety of navigation. The statement underscored the continued cooperation between the European Union and Gulf countries to preserve freedom of navigation and strengthen regional security.
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