The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has accused Iran of launching a missile attack on an oil tanker owned by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), as it navigated through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for global oil trade. The incident occurred early Saturday morning and was swiftly condemned by Gulf and Arab governments, who view this act as an act of piracy by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the strike as a threat to regional stability and global energy security. ADNOC confirmed that one of its ships had been targeted but did not disclose any damage or the exact location at the time of attack. This incident marks a significant escalation in tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, where the UAE and its Gulf neighbors have long advocated for unhindered passage for international shipping. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and other regional states have voiced their condemnation of the attack, calling for international action to protect maritime navigation and reiterating solidarity with the UAE. This latest incident further exacerbates the ongoing conflict between Iran and its adversaries, raising concerns about potential wider regional instability.