Arab foreign ministers urge Iran to pay compensation for Hormuz closure

Istanbul (ANTARA) - Arab foreign ministers on Tuesday (21/4) demanded that Iran pay compensation for the damage caused by what they described as Iranian attacks on Arab countries and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

This stance emerged in a resolution adopted during an emergency Arab League meeting held via video conference under Bahrain’s leadership.

The resolution states that Iran bears “full international responsibility” for attacks targeting Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Iraq, and is obligated under international law to provide “full compensation” for all losses and damages incurred.

The resolution also condemns Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz and threats to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, stating that such actions violate international law and the principle of freedom of navigation.

Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani said Iran’s actions disrupt maritime traffic, threaten energy security, food and medicine supplies, and harm global trade and the world economy.

He stated that Tehran must also be held accountable for the consequences of closing the Strait of Hormuz to international navigation.

Earlier this month, Iran demanded compensation from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Jordan, claiming those countries participated in the war against Tehran.

Tensions in the region escalated after the US and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran on 28 February. In response, Tehran carried out retaliatory attacks against Israel and other regional countries hosting US assets.

On 11 April, Pakistan hosted the first round of peace talks after mediating a two-week ceasefire on 8 April.

With the ceasefire extension on Tuesday, efforts to hold the second round continue.