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UAE Condemns Iran Drone Attack on ADNOC Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

The UAE has strongly condemned an Iranian drone attack on an ADNOC carrier in the Strait of Hormuz. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs labeled it a flagrant violation of UN Security Council resolution 2817 on freedom of navigation. The UAE accused Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps of piracy and threatening regional stability. It demanded Iran halt attacks and fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Key Points: UAE Condemns Iran Drone Attack on ADNOC Tanker

  • UAE condemns Iranian drone attack on ADNOC tanker
  • Attack targeted vessel transiting Strait of Hormuz
  • UAE calls it flagrant violation of UN resolution 2817
  • Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps accused of piracy
  • UAE demands immediate halt of hostilities and reopening of Strait
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UAE strongly condemns targeting of ADNOC national carrier while transiting Strait of Hormuz

UAE condemns Iranian drone attack on ADNOC carrier in Strait of Hormuz, calling it a flagrant violation of UN resolutions and a threat to regional security.

"This attack constitutes a flagrant violation of UN Security Council resolution 2817, which affirmed the importance of freedom of navigation - UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs"

Abu Dhabi, May 4

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned and denounced the "Iranian terrorist attack" involving two drones that targeted a national carrier affiliated with ADNOC as it transited through the Strait of Hormuz, with no injuries reported.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) underscored that this attack constitutes a flagrant violation of UN Security Council resolution 2817, which affirmed the importance of freedom of navigation, and rejected the targeting of commercial vessels or the obstruction of international maritime routes.

The Ministry emphasised that targeting commercial shipping and using the Strait of Hormuz as a tool of economic coercion or blackmail represents acts of piracy by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, and constitutes a direct threat to the stability of the region, its peoples, and global energy security.

The UAE further stressed the need for Iran to halt these unprovoked attacks, ensure its full commitment to an immediate cessation of all hostilities, and the complete and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz in order to safeguard regional security, and maintain the stability of the global economy and trade.

- ANI

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Sneha F
Why is the UAE always blaming Iran? Let's not forget the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This seems like a diversion. 🙄 The Strait of Hormuz is international waters, not a playground for anyone's military games.
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Vikram M
Freedom of navigation is a principle India has always supported. We've faced similar threats in the Indian Ocean. Time for a united maritime security framework with UAE, Saudi Arabia, and India. Achhe din for regional cooperation!
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John D
As an Indian living in the Gulf, this hits close to home. These attacks scare expats like us. The UAE is our second home and any instability affects our jobs and families. Iran needs to stop this madness.
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Ananya Rani
Terrorist attack? Let's not use loaded terms. This is geopolitics, not terrorism. The UAE and Iran have always had tensions. India should stay neutral and focus on diplomacy, not take sides. Bharat needs stable energy prices. 🤔
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Rajesh Sharma
Why is the UN not acting on this? Resolution 2817 means nothing if violations go unpunished. India should push for stronger maritime security at the UN. Our Navy is capable and should partner with UAE for patrols. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Kavya Nair

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