The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Arab League have condemned recent attacks attributed to Iran against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, emphasizing the violations of international law and the potential ramifications for regional stability.
On Saturday, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohammed Albuidaiwi issued a strong denunciation of the strikes, which targeted infrastructure and civilian facilities in the three countries. The attacks reportedly caused injuries to several civilian workers in Kuwait. Albuidaiwi described the actions as a dangerous escalation and a serious breach of both international law and the United Nations Charter. He characterized the strikes as war crimes that necessitate immediate international accountability and prosecution, highlighting that the deliberate targeting of civilian infrastructure violates established norms and conventions.
The GCC chief underlined the council’s solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan and affirmed support for any measures these countries undertake to protect their security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. He further suggested that the attacks were part of a broader attempt to destabilize the region and undermine security.
Similarly, the Arab League condemned Iran’s actions in a statement issued on Saturday. Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy called the attacks “criminal and reckless,” warning that they pose a serious danger to the Gulf region and beyond. Fahmy characterized the strikes as efforts to expand the existing conflict, potentially exacerbating instability and insecurity across the Middle East.
The two organizations’ statements reflect significant regional concern over the targeting of civilian areas amid ongoing tensions between Iran and its neighbors. While Iran has not released an official response in this context, the accusations have further strained the already fragile dynamics in the Gulf and surrounding regions.
International observers note that such attacks raise serious questions about adherence to international humanitarian law, particularly regarding the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure during conflicts. The calls from the GCC and Arab League for accountability may increase pressure on global institutions to respond to these incidents through diplomatic or legal channels.