The United Arab Emirates is considering participation in an American-led international coalition focused on protecting the Strait of Hormuz, according to a senior diplomatic official.
Anwar Gargash, who serves as a diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, made the announcement Tuesday during a virtual event hosted by the Council on Foreign Relations, an American policy research organization.
Gargash also revealed that the UAE is not currently engaged in active diplomatic discussions with Iran.
The statements arrive as maritime security threats in the Strait of Hormuz continue to raise international alarm about safe passage for commercial vessels through the strategic waterway.
