UAE cautions against trusting Iran on Hormuz, efforts to end war at an impasse
The UAE has expressed deep distrust toward Iran's unilateral actions concerning the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that international law must govern navigation in the strategic waterway. Despite a ceasefire since April 8, efforts to end the conflict remain stalled, with no new talks scheduled and global energy prices spiking due to disrupted oil flows. The U.S. claims hostilities have 'terminated' under the War Powers Resolution, but tensions persist, with Iran warning of severe retaliation against any new attacks.
- ▪The Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, disrupting 20% of global oil and gas supplies.
- ▪UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash stated Iran's actions cannot be trusted after its 'treacherous aggression' against neighbors.
- ▪Global oil prices surged, with Brent crude reaching over $111 a barrel amid ongoing tensions.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
Open this photo in gallery:A man holds an Iranian flag in a state-organized rally in Tehran, on Wednesday.Vahid Salemi/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountA senior United Arab Emirates official said on Friday Tehran could not be trusted over any unilateral arrangements it makes for the Strait of Hormuz, in a sign of deep mistrust on all sides as efforts to end the Iran war remained at an impasse. Two months into the conflict, the vital sea channel is still largely closed because of an Iranian blockade and the U.S. Navy is blocking exports of Iranian crude oil.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Globe and Mail.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from The Globe and Mail
