Manama : The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain expressed its deep concern over Iranian threats to close the Strait of Hormuz to international navigation. Such actions violate international law and the law of the sea, pose a serious threat to maritime security in the Gulf region, and are considered a dangerous escalation that threatens regional stability and international peace. This situation calls for a firm international response to protect freedom of navigation in this strategically vital area for all countries and their critical interests.
The Ministry emphasised the importance of safeguarding international navigation and ensuring the security of oil supplies and global trade through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab Al Mandab Strait. It urged countries affected by this potential closure to act swiftly to strengthen maritime security initiatives and reaffirm the importance of adhering to international laws and regulations governing freedom of navigation. It also called on the United Nations Security Council to fulfill its legal responsibilities regarding Iranian threats to close international navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, which would expose the global economy to significant losses.
