Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) foreign ministers condemned Iran’s continued missile and drone attacks on GCC nations and Jordan on Sunday, urging an immediate cessation and strict adherence to UN Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026).
Meeting in Manama, Bahrain, leaders from the six GCC states denounced Iran’s persistent aggression. The strikes have targeted civilian infrastructure, services, residential areas, and diplomatic missions, causing significant material damage and threatening the safety of residents and citizens.
Manama Summit Demands Unconditional Halt
The ministers called for an immediate and unconditional halt to all attacks. They urged Tehran to comply fully with the requirements of UN Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026).
The unified stance reflects growing regional and international anxiety over military activities that have escalated tensions across the Middle East.
The UN Security Council adopted a resolution condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Jordan.Drafted by Bahrain and backed by 135 countries, the resolution passed with 13 votes in favor, while Russia and China abstained.It reaffirmed support…
Defending Critical Waterways and Global Trade
The GCC statement highlighted the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb, and the Red Sea. These vital waterways transcend regional significance to serve as central arteries for global trade, according to the ministers.
Ensuring their security and safe passage is a shared international responsibility. The bloc warned against any attempts to impose prior approval for passage or enforce restricted routes.
Such moves violate the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and international law, the leaders stated.
Protecting Commercial Fleets and Seafarers
GCC leaders reiterated their rejection of actions that disrupt maritime traffic. This includes targeting commercial vessels, endangering crews, planting mines, and imposing unjustified fees or restrictions.
These measures pose a direct threat to global peace and security. They endanger supplies of energy, food, medicine, and general trade.
The bloc called on the International Maritime Organization to continue its mandate of safeguarding maritime safety and protecting seafarers.
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Demanding Accountability and Full Compensation
The ministers urged the UN Security Council and the international community to take decisive measures. The goal is to ensure the full implementation of Resolution 2817 (2026).
They demanded accountability for those responsible for the attacks. They insisted that Iran fully compensate for all damages caused.
The statement, published by the Saudi Press Agency, highlights the urgency of diplomatic and collective efforts to de-escalate the situation and protect global maritime interests.
The full statement details the GCC’s position and its call for global solidarity in addressing the security challenges posed by Iran’s military activities.
The UN Security Council has passed a GCC-backed resolution calling on Iran to halt attacks on Gulf countries, adopted with 13 votes in favour and two abstentions, with no member states voting against it. pic.twitter.com/HUKn3M1YQC
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