Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani affirmed that what began as Iranian threats to ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz has evolved into a threat affecting the entire world, stressing that time has become a critical factor in addressing this escalating crisis that threatens global stability, food security and the foundational principles of international law.
Dr Al Zayani explained that since February 28, tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has declined by more than 90 per cent, noting that the consequences of this situation are no longer confined to energy markets or shipping lanes, but extend to global food security, with expectations of worsening fertiliser shortages and rising risks of hunger .
