Qatar vows to protect assets after attack on LNG carrier

Qatar has firmly condemned the attack on the liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier Al Mayeda in the Arabian Gulf, vowing to protect its assets and ensure the safety of its vessels and crew. The country's Minister of Foreign Affairs stated that the attack constitutes a dangerous escalation, threatening regional security and the global economy, and warned of the potential environmental risks associated with targeting energy carriers.

The attack, which did not result in any injuries to the crew or cause environmental damage, has drawn condemnation from various regional and international actors. Qatar's allies, including the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC), the Arab League, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, and Egypt, have all strongly condemned the attack and reaffirmed their support for Qatar's efforts to safeguard its security and interests.

The international community has called for urgent measures to ensure maritime security and protect international trade, as well as for the perpetrators of the attack to be held accountable.