The United Arab Emirates has expressed strong support for the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Legal Committee decision condemning Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz. The committee's resolution, adopted during its 113th session, criticized Iran's closure of the strait, threats to vessels, and alleged aggression against Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and Jordan. The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that these actions violate the right of innocent passage, which is protected under international law. The committee called on Iran to cease its aggressive actions and remove any naval mines it may have laid in the strait. Mohammed Khamis Saeed Al Kaabi, the UAE's Permanent Representative to the IMO, emphasized the importance of a unified stance in defending maritime order. The committee also noted that Iran's actions pose a grave danger to seafarers and the marine environment, urging the IMO Secretary-General to monitor the situation and hold Iran accountable for its unlawful acts. This decision follows earlier concerns regarding Iran's attacks on commercial vessels, highlighting the ongoing tensions in this vital international waterway.