London (Urdu Point / Pakistan Point News / WAM – March 20, 2026) UK, France, Germanythe Holland, Italy and Japan It was strongly condemned IranAttacks on civilian infrastructure, incl oil and gas Facilities in the Gulf states, as well as the actual closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the targeting of commercial ships.
The two governments said in a joint statement: “We strongly condemn IranIran’s recent attacks on commercial ships in the Gulf, as well as its strikes on civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas facilities, and its actual closure of the Strait of Hormuz.”
They called Iran To stop its actions immediately, saying: “We call Iran To immediately stop its threats, including laying mines, Drone Missile attacks and any actions aimed at disrupting commercial maritime navigation passage across the strait, and comply with it United Nations Security Council accuracy 2817.
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The statement stressed that “freedom of navigation is a fundamental principle in international law, as reflected in the Charter of the United Nations United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea,” warning that interference in maritime navigation and disruption of global energy supply chains constitutes a threat to international peace and security.
He also stressed the need to immediately and comprehensively stop attacks on infrastructure, including: oil and gas amenities.
The statement also confirmed the readiness of European countries Japan To contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, we welcome the commitment of other countries to develop preparatory plans in this regard.