UAE condemns Iran missile attack on ADNOC vessel in Strait of Hormuz, calls it piracy

The United Arab Emirates has condemned what it calls a "hostile Iranian attack" on a vessel linked to its state oil company, ADNOC, as it transited the Strait of Hormuz. The UAE Foreign Ministry accused Iran of "acts of piracy" and violating UN Security Council resolutions on freedom of navigation.

State news agency WAM initially reported that a missile targeted an ADNOC vessel early Saturday, but the situation was under control. The ministry later issued a stronger condemnation, urging Iran to halt such attacks and fully reopen the strait.

“

acts of piracy

This incident adds to the growing security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies. About a fifth of the world's oil and LNG passes through the waterway. Shipping has been repeatedly disrupted since the US-Israeli war on Iran began on February 28, leading to increased freight rates.

ADNOC itself reported on Friday that 15 of its vessels had been attacked by missiles and drones since the conflict started, resulting in one crew member's death and 20 injuries. The company stated it was significantly affected by these "unprovoked attacks" but continued to meet customer needs in a challenging environment.

“

It called on Iran ‌to halt the attacks and reopen the strait fully and unconditionally.