Closing Hormuz poses a significant threat to the whole world: Sultan Al Jaber

Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and CEO of ADNOC and its group of companies, underscored that the Strait of Hormuz does not belong to Iran, nor does it have the authority to restrict navigation through it.

He stressed that any such attempts constitute more than a regional concern; they represent a threat to a critical global economic artery and jeopardize energy, food, and health security worldwide.

In a post shared on his account on X, he highlighted the ongoing risks in the region: "Since February 28, at least 22 ships have been targeted, resulting in 10 crew members losing their lives. Additionally, nearly 20,000 seafarers are stranded and unable to navigate safely, along with approximately 800 commercial vessels stuck in transit, including around 400 oil tankers."

Reiterating his stance, he stated that the Strait of Hormuz has never been under Iran’s ownership or control to impose restrictions. Attempts to do so, he explained, disrupt vital global supply chains and pose significant threats on a wide scale.

He further emphasised the gravity of the situation, labeling such actions as illegal, dangerous, and unacceptable.

He urged the international community to resist such behavior, noting that the world cannot afford its consequences or allow such disruptions to escalate.