European Commission welcomes IMO decision on Strait of Hormuz - Speech Brief
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20 March 2026 14:13 UTC · European Commission · EU Commission Press Release · Source · Email X Link

European Commission welcomes IMO decision on Strait of Hormuz

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  • Condemns threats and attacks by Iran against vessels
  • Calls for respect for freedom of navigation and full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817

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  • Welcomes IMO Council decision, echoes demand to cease actions interfering with international navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, and reiterates call for full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817.
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European Commission - Statement Statement by Commissioner Tzitzikostas on the IMO decision on the Strait of Hormuz Brussels, 20 March 2026 The EU welcomes the adoption of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s Council decision, strongly condemning the threats and attacks by Iran against vessels which affect innocent civilian seafarers. The EU echoes IMO Council's demands to cease any actions or threats aimed...

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