UAE condemns attack on ADNOC vessel in Strait of Hormuz

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The United Arab Emirates has condemned an attack on an Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, August 14, 2026. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs characterized the incident as ‘acts of piracy’ carried out by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, accusing Tehran of using the waterway for economic coercion and blackmail.

This event marks the third attack on ADNOC vessels in approximately one week. Since the onset of the regional conflict on February 28, ADNOC reports that 15 of its ships have been targeted by missiles and drones. While the most recent attack resulted in no reported injuries, the frequency of these incidents has heightened concerns regarding global energy security and the freedom of maritime navigation.

In response, Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, stated that the nation would pursue a policy based on the ‘triad of deterrence, diplomacy, and adherence to international law.’ The UAE has called on Iran to immediately cease all hostilities and unconditionally reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Regional neighbors, including Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, have also condemned the attacks, describing them as a threat to international maritime safety and global energy supplies.

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ADNOC · Abu Dhabi National Oil Company · Anwar Gargash · Iran · Saudi Arabia · Strait of Hormuz · United Arab Emirates

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[● 4 SOURCES] Anwar Gargash stated the UAE will follow a policy of deterrence, diplomacy, and adherence to international law. s.alwakeelnews.com · www.al-monitor.com · punchng.com · www.khaleejtimes.com
[● 5 SOURCES] An ADNOC vessel was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on the evening of Friday, August 14, 2026. s.alwakeelnews.com · sarabic.ae · www.al-monitor.com · punchng.com · machahid24.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Saudi Arabia and Kuwait condemned the attacks against ADNOC tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. fakti.bg
[● 4 SOURCES] This incident marks the third attack on ADNOC vessels within approximately one week. s.alwakeelnews.com · fakti.bg · www.al-monitor.com · punchng.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The UAE called on Iran to immediately halt hostilities and fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. s.alwakeelnews.com · www.al-monitor.com · machahid24.com · www.khaleejtimes.com
[● 7 SOURCES] No injuries were reported following the attack on the ADNOC vessel. s.alwakeelnews.com · sarabic.ae · www.al-monitor.com · punchng.com · machahid24.com · +2 more
[● 7 SOURCES] The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the targeting of commercial navigation in the Strait of Hormuz as ‘acts of piracy’ by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. s.alwakeelnews.com · sarabic.ae · www.ocafezinho.com · machahid24.com · fakti.bg · +2 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] Since the start of the conflict, 15 ADNOC ships have been targeted by missiles and drones. s.alwakeelnews.com