GCC Condemns Iranian Attacks as War Crimes, Demands International Accountability
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) condemned Iran's attacks on infrastructure and civilian facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan as war crimes.
- GCC Secretary-General Jassim Albudaiwi called the attacks a dangerous escalation and a violation of international law, demanding accountability.
- The UAE also condemned the attacks, expressing solidarity with the affected nations and supporting measures to preserve their security.
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has declared that Iran's recent attacks targeting infrastructure and civilian sites in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan constitute war crimes. The council is calling for immediate international accountability for these actions.
Iran's targeting of infrastructure and civilian facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan constitutes war crimes requiring immediate international accountability.
GCC Secretary-General Jassim Albudaiwi strongly denounced the strikes, describing them as "treacherous attacks." He highlighted that the targeting of civilian facilities and infrastructure, which resulted in injuries to civilian workers in Kuwait, represents a severe escalation and a blatant breach of international law and the UN Charter. Albudaiwi emphasized that these acts undermine regional security and stability.
The GCC affirmed its unwavering support for Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, backing any measures they undertake to protect their sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security. The council also extended well wishes for a swift recovery to those injured in Kuwait.
Iran's actions represent a highly dangerous escalation and constitute a serious violation of international law and the United Nations Charter.
Similarly, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) issued a strong condemnation of the Iranian attacks. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the missile and drone strikes flagrantly violate the sovereignty of the three nations, posing a significant threat to their security and stability. The UAE reiterated its full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan and pledged support for their efforts to maintain stability.
The attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the three countries and pose a threat to their security and stability.
Originally published by Asharq Al-Awsat in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.