London (UrduPoint / WAM / 03 April 2026 AD) Her Excellency Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, participated in the virtual meeting of Foreign Ministers on the Strait of Hormuz, which was hosted by Her Excellency Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom. UK.
Al-Hashimi stressed the seriousness of the regional situation that has been ongoing since January 28 Februarythe United Arab Emirates It was targeted by the Iranians terrorist The unprovoked attacks, which included more than 2,500 ballistic and cruise missiles, in addition to Drone Attacks. The attacks mostly targeted civilian infrastructure, although these attacks mostly targeted civilian infrastructure United Arab Emirates It is not a party to the war and has made intensive efforts in recent months to prevent this escalation.
It reiterated that the unprovoked Iranian attacks against commercial ships in the Arabian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz represent an economic war and piracy, and constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries. Moreover, these attacks pose serious economic, humanitarian and environmental risks to vital corridors. the United Arab Emirates He reiterated that any attempt to close or obstruct navigation, or use the strait as a tool for economic coercion, is completely unacceptable, lacks legal foundations, and represents a direct threat to international freedom of navigation, the safety of seafarers, the global economy, and energy security.
Al-Hashemi warned that obstructing navigation in the Strait of Hormuz has led to a decrease in ship crossings, which poses serious risks to global energy. MarketsTo the maritime transport sector and international supply chains. She stressed that the Strait of Hormuz is one of these straits worldThe most important strategic sea lanes, through which various goods and basic commodities pass.
It supplies the Gulf with about 25 percent of its natural needs gas Production, 20 percent of global production oiland 70 percent of worldPetrochemical needs. Furthermore, 33% of global fertilizer is exported from Gulf countries. Therefore, any threat to the Strait or interruption in supplies directly endangers the world food A wish, at the same time Millions of people around the world face increasing risks of food shortages.
She stressed that the consequences of disruption to navigation will not be limited to developing and weak countries. Many developed countries depend on vital materials transported through the strait, which puts them at risk world at stake.
Al-Hashemi confirmed United Arab EmiratesSupporting international efforts to protect freedom of navigation, including United Nations Security Council accuracy 2817 and IMO Council Resolution. In this regard, I welcomed the Kingdom Bahraindraft accuracy Submitted to United Nations Security Council, noting United Arab EmiratesIran’s strong support for this initiative aimed at enhancing maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. She also stressed that the Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway and cannot be subject to unilateral restrictions or conditions imposed by any single country.
Al-Hashemi repeated United Arab EmiratesHe asked for it Iran Stop it immediately terrorist threats and brutal attacks, comply with its obligations under international law, respect freedom of navigation, and ensure the safe passage of commercial ships.
She stressed the need to reach a decisive and comprehensive result that addresses this issue IranA full range of threats, including: Nuclear Capabilities, missiles, drones, terrorist agents and blockades of international sea lanes.