The United Arab Emirates has warned that any diplomatic solution between the United States and Iran must guarantee freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial strategic waterway for global oil trade. Abu Dhabi believes that an agreement neglecting this issue could exacerbate tensions and further destabilize the region.
Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the President of the UAE, stressed during a press briefing that this maritime passage must under no circumstances be militarized. According to him, the security of the strait transcends regional interests and constitutes a global economic priority, given its central role in international energy supply.
The Emirati official also stressed the need for a comprehensive agreement encompassing not only Iran's nuclear program, but also its missile and drone capabilities. Otherwise, he warned, the Middle East risks becoming "more dangerous and more unstable."
In this context, the United Arab Emirates has stated its readiness to join US-led efforts to secure maritime transport in the region. This position reflects a growing rapprochement between the Gulf states and Washington in the face of perceived threats emanating from Tehran.
According to Abu Dhabi, recent Iranian strikes have contributed to strengthening this dynamic, raising increased concerns among neighboring states. The situation underscores the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of the world's oil transits, and which remains at the heart of current geopolitical tensions.
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