Qatar and neighboring countries issued condemnation statements in response to the attack on a liquefied gas carrier belonging to Qatar in the Strait of Hormuz. This incident, which occurred on the evening of Friday, October 30, 2026, has raised serious concerns regarding maritime security and global energy supply.
Condemnation of the Attack on Qatar's Gas Carrier
The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned this attack, claiming that "this dangerous act threatens international maritime security and global energy relief efforts." Qatar also reserved its right to take necessary measures to protect its assets and interests, stating that relevant parties have begun necessary investigations to clarify the details of this attack.
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Reactions from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs also stated in a statement: "We strongly condemn the attack on a gas carrier belonging to Qatar Gas Transport Company in the waters of the Persian Gulf." Saudi Arabia emphasized its solidarity with Qatar and the necessity for the international community to take immediate action to ensure maritime security.
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs deemed this attack unacceptable and assessed it as a serious threat to maritime security and global energy supply. Kuwait expressed its full solidarity with Qatar and supports all actions taken to protect its security and interests.
Warning from the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council
The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council also reacted to this incident, describing the targeting of energy tankers as a dangerous escalation of tensions in the region. He emphasized that maritime passages must remain safe for navigation and trade and warned about the consequences of such actions on the marine environment and the continuity of energy flow.
Qatar Gas Transport Company had previously announced in a statement that its liquefied natural gas carrier was struck by unidentified objects while passing through the Persian Gulf. Fortunately, none of the crew members were harmed in this incident, and it did not cause any environmental damage.
In light of these developments, the reactions from neighboring countries highlight the importance of maritime security and energy supply in the Persian Gulf region and emphasize the need for international cooperation in this regard.
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