{
  "id": 17837487,
  "title": "Qatar, Saudi Arabia condemn attack on Pakistan-bound LNG tanker in Gulf waters",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/02/qatar-saudi-arabia-condemn-attack-on-pakistan-bound-lng-tanker-in",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-11-02T18:00:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hellenic Shipping News",
    "slug": "hellenic-shipping-news",
    "url": "https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/qatar-saudi-arabia-condemn-attack-on-pakistan-bound-lng-tanker-in-gulf-waters/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Qatar and Saudi Arabia have harshly criticized an attack on an LNG tanker en route to Pakistan, deeming it a \"dangerous act\" that endangers global energy security. The incident occurred near the Strait of Hormuz last week, as reported by Bloomberg based on sources familiar with the situation. The Marshall Islands-flagged ship, Al Mayeda, was transporting liquefied natural gas from Qatar when it was fired upon, according to unnamed sources. Iranian authorities reportedly gave the green light for the ship to proceed just hours before the attack, according to the report.\n\nThe Qatari foreign ministry has launched an investigation to ascertain the details of the incident and identify the perpetrators. In its statement, Qatar reaffirmed its right to take necessary actions, in line with international law and the UN Charter, to protect its assets and ensure the safety of its vessels and crews. No public response was forthcoming from Pakistan, which has traditionally acted as a mediator in the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.\n\nSaudi Arabia also condemned the attack, reiterating its opposition to any actions that jeopardize maritime navigation and global energy supplies. The Saudi foreign ministry emphasized the kingdom's stance on such \"reckless and irresponsible actions\" and their potential consequences on regional security and stability, particularly the environmental risks posed to the marine environment and the water security of countries in the region.",
  "summary": "Qatar and Saudi Arabia have condemned an attack on a liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker reportedly carrying cargo destined for Pakistan through Gulf waters, calling it a “dangerous act” that threatened the security of global energy supplies. Pakistan had negotiated with Iran to secure safe passage for the LNG carrier, Al Mayeda, before the ship ...",
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      {
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/saudi-arabia-stocks-lower-at-close-of-trade-tadawul-all-share-down-0",
        "published": "2026-11-01T12:45:04.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}