Unacceptable Threats to Commercial Shipping in Strait of Hormuz

India's UN Representative, Parvathaneni Harish, condemned attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as unacceptable. Recent disruptions, including an attack on an India-flagged vessel, highlight tensions in the region. Harish emphasized international cooperation to address energy and supply crises resulting from the West Asia conflict.


Devdiscourse News Desk | United Nations | Updated: 17-05-2026 10:33 IST | Created: 17-05-2026 10:33 IST
Unacceptable Threats to Commercial Shipping in Strait of Hormuz
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India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, strongly condemned the recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking at a UNECOSOC meeting, Harish highlighted the unacceptable threats these incidents pose to civilian crews and global navigation freedom.

This condemnation follows an attack on an India-flagged vessel near Oman amid ongoing tensions from the West Asia conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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