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Iran Asserts Jurisdiction Over UAE and Oman Waters in New Strait of Hormuz Map
Iran released a new map of the Strait of Hormuz asserting jurisdiction over waters near the UAE and Oman, prompting five Gulf states to warn shipping companies through the IMO not to comply. The UAE’s Gargash warned that Iranian control of the strait would set a serious precedent.
Iran has claimed jurisdiction over waters near the United Arab Emirates and Oman in a newly published map of the Strait of Hormuz. This move is part of a broader effort by Iran to expand its claimed maritime boundaries. Five Gulf states, including the UAE, Oman, and others, have issued warnings through the International Maritime Organization (IMO) advising shipping companies not to comply with Iran’s claims.
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IndependentEuronewsMay 22, 03:04 PM
Iran asserts jurisdiction over UAE and Oman waters in new Strait of Hormuz mapFive Gulf states have formally warned shipping companies through the IMO not to comply, as analysts say Iran is deliberately expanding its claimed zone beyond even its own initial boundaries in a step-by-step assertion of territorial control.
IndependentMiddle East EyeMay 22, 02:07 PM
UAE’s Gargash says Iranian control of Strait of Hormuz would set serious precedent - Middle East EyeUAE’s Gargash says Iranian control of Strait of Hormuz would set serious precedent Middle East Eye