Syria condemns attack on Saudi and Qatari tankers in Strait of Hormuz

2026-07-07T22:16:00.047Z

The Syrian Arab Republic condemned the attack that targeted two tankers belonging to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Qatar while they were crossing the Strait of Hormuz, considering it an unacceptable assault and a violation of international law and freedom of navigation. The Syrian Foreign Ministry affirmed its full solidarity with the two countries, calling on the international community to protect international waterways.

The Syrian Arab Republic condemned the attack that targeted two tankers belonging to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Qatar during their crossing of the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as an unacceptable assault and a clear violation of international law and maritime navigation freedom.

The Syrian Foreign Ministry affirmed in its statement Syria's full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Qatar regarding this incident, calling on the international community to work seriously to protect international waterways and preserve regional security and stability.