The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has leveled accusations against Iran for targeting a tanker owned by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) with a missile as it navigated the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, has been denounced as an act of piracy by the IRGC and is viewed as a threat to regional stability and global energy security. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the vessel was hit while transiting the strategic waterway, a critical chokepoint for a significant portion of the world's seaborne oil. ADNOC confirmed one of its ships had been targeted but did not disclose the extent of any damage or the exact location at the time of the attack. The UAE called on Iran to cease such attacks and fully reopen the strait without conditions, while Gulf and Arab governments have collectively condemned the incident. This latest attack marks a significant escalation in tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, where the UAE and its Gulf neighbors have advocated for continued open passage for international shipping. The Gulf Cooperation Council, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan have all issued statements expressing their condemnation of the incident and reaffirming their support for the UAE.