GCC Chief Condemns Repeated Attacks on UAE Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi has strongly condemned what the GCC described as repeated Iranian attacks on UAE-owned ADNOC tankers and other commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the incidents threaten the security and safety of maritime navigation.

In remarks reported by Qatar News Agency on August 15, Albudaiwi characterised the targeting as an unacceptable escalation and called for an immediate end to actions that the GCC says threaten regional and international security and stability.

Call for Immediate Halt to Hostilities

Albudaiwi urged Iran to immediately halt what he described as hostile actions affecting security in the region and beyond. He also called on the international community to exert pressure on Tehran to stop the attacks.

Maritime Navigation at the Centre of GCC Concern

The GCC chief stressed that attacks on tankers and commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz pose serious risks to maritime safety. The narrow waterway is a major route for international shipping and energy transportation, making security incidents there a concern for both Gulf states and global markets.

GCC Reaffirms Full Solidarity With UAE

Albudaiwi reiterated the GCC's full and unwavering solidarity with the United Arab Emirates. He said the bloc stands alongside the UAE and supports measures it takes to protect its security, territorial sovereignty and national interests.

Regional Concern Over Strait of Hormuz Security

The statement comes amid a series of condemnations from Gulf countries following reported attacks on UAE-linked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The incidents have renewed attention on the protection of commercial shipping and the need to prevent further escalation in one of the world's most strategically important maritime corridors.

Why the Strait of Hormuz Matters

The Strait of Hormuz connects the Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea and serves as a vital passage for commercial vessels and energy shipments. Disruption to navigation can affect shipping confidence, supply chains and energy markets far beyond the region.

Key Points

•    GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi condemned repeated attacks on UAE ADNOC tankers and commercial vessels.
•    He described the targeting as an unacceptable escalation and a grave threat to maritime navigation.
•    The GCC called for an immediate halt to actions it says threaten regional and global security.
•    Albudaiwi urged the international community to exert pressure to end the hostilities.
•    The GCC reaffirmed full solidarity with the UAE and support for measures protecting its security, sovereignty and interests.

Source: Qatar News Agency (QNA), August 15, 2026, citing GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. Rewritten and restructured for publication.