Kuwait condemns Iranian attack on Qatari tanker near Strait of Hormuz

Kuwait has issued a strong condemnation of what it described as an Iranian act of aggression against a Qatari oil tanker in the vicinity of the Strait of Hormuz. The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs labeled the incident a "blatant violation of international law" and a significant threat to global maritime security and the stability of energy supplies.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the ministry denounced the attack on the Qatari tanker as it transited near the strategic waterway. "The State of Kuwait condemns and strongly denounces the Iranian aggression that targeted one of the Qatari tankers while it was passing near the Strait of Hormuz, in a flagrant violation of international law and a direct threat to the security and safety of maritime navigation and global energy supplies," the statement read.

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The State of Kuwait condemns and strongly denounces the Iranian aggression that targeted one of the Qatari tankers while it was passing near the Strait of Hormuz, in a flagrant violation of international law and a direct threat to the security and safety of maritime navigation and global energy supplies.

Kuwait affirmed its complete solidarity with Qatar, pledging support for all measures Doha may take to protect its national security and interests. The ministry also reiterated Kuwait's firm stance against any actions that could jeopardize regional peace and stability.

Calling for de-escalation, the statement urged an immediate cessation of all confrontational actions. It underscored the critical importance of adhering to international law to guarantee the freedom of navigation and the safe passage of vessels through international waterways. This condemnation comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region, following a series of attacks on commercial tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, which have raised international concerns over the security of this vital maritime trade route.

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The State of Kuwait affirms its full solidarity with the sisterly State of Qatar and its support for all measures it takes to protect its security and capabilities.