US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has advocated enhanced regional security following the attacks from Iran against the Qatari territories and disturbances in the export of energy resources from Qatar.
Speaking at the meeting of the Shura Council as the legislative authority of Qatar, the emir termed this act as a “flagrant violation” of national sovereignty and also drew attention towards the far-reaching implications of any instability in the Gulf region. The shutting down of the Strait of Hormuz and destruction of the Ras Laffan energy facility has been adversely affecting the exports of Qatar.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Qatar Demands Greater Security for Gulf Shipping Routes
The emir encouraged regional and international actors to work harder to ensure the security of shipping activities in the Gulf and in the Strait of Hormuz. He explained that shipping routes, energy installations and other civilian infrastructure should be secured from any form of military attack.
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The strategic significance of the water route cannot be overstated and it has been estimated by the US Energy Information Administration that the amount of petroleum liquids moving through the Strait of Hormuz was around 20 million barrels per day in 2024. This amount accounted for roughly one fifth of worldwide petroleum liquids use.
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