Africa · Northern Key Facts —Joint Condemnation. Egypt and the UAE condemned Iranian attacks on Arab states and commercial vessels during a mid-July 2026 meeting in Abu Dhabi. —Freedom of Navigation. Both nations stressed protecting Strait of Hormuz navigation under international law, warning disruptions would have serious global economic consequences. —UNSC Resolution 2817. The stance is anchored in the UN Security Council resolution co-sponsored by 136 countries, condemning any obstruction of international navigation through the strait. —Energy Chokepoint. The Strait of Hormuz carries roughly 20% of global oil trade, making …
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Strait of Hormuz Navigation at Risk as Egypt, UAE Condemn Iran
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July 23, 2026
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