Baghdad:Gulf Cooperation Council The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohammed Albadaiwi, has condemned the recent attack on the liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier “Al Mayeda,” owned by the Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat), which occurred while the vessel was sailing in the waters of the Arabian Gulf.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Albadaiwi stated that the targeting of energy tankers represents a dangerous escalation, posing a threat to regional security, the safety of lives and property, and the continuity of the global economy. He stressed the importance of holding those responsible for the attack accountable.

Albadawi further warned about the potential impact of such attacks on the marine environment, the consistent flow of energy supplies, and the stability of global markets. He highlighted the critical need to maintain the security of maritime corridors to ensure the safety of navigation and trade.