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“No Country Should Hold Hold Straits Hostage”: UAE Minister Reem Al Hashimy Calls Out Iran’s Closure Of The Strait Of Hormuz
In a strong and clear message during a recent interview, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashimy addressed Iran’s actions around the Strait of Hormuz – and her statement left little room for confusion.
Speaking to Yalda Hakim on Sky News, Reem Al Hashimy made one key point that quickly caught attention:
“No country should hold a strait hostage”
During the interview, Reem Al Hashimy explained her thoughts on Iran closing down the Strait of Hormuz.
The politically and economically critical international channel is a passage used to transport gas, oil, petrochemicals, and essential resources that serve countries across the world. The minister adds that around 20% of the world’s oil passes through the channel, while also fulfilling a significant portion of the global petrochemical needs.
In simple terms: this isn’t just about one country or one region – it affects the entire global economy.
That’s why, she stressed, no country should attempt to control or threaten such an important international route.
“You can’t bully your neighbours”
Reem Al Hashimy also spoke about regional relations, making it clear that cooperation – not intimidation – should define relationships between neighbouring countries.
She pointed out that Iran is geographically a neighbour and that Iranian people have long been part of the UAE’s community.
At the same time, she drew a distinction between the UAE’s approach and the actions of the Revolutionary Guard, saying their intentions toward neighbouring countries have been clear from the beginning.
One of the more striking parts of the interview was when Reem Al Hashimy reminded viewers that the UAE has supported the Iranian people during difficult moments.
She spoke about humanitarian efforts during COVID-19, including vaccines and PPE support, as well as assistance during earthquakes and other humanitarian crises.
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According to her, the UAE has consistently stepped in to help when needed. While the Revolutionary Guard’s recent actions feel like a revealing moment – showing a gap between what is said and what is actually done.
A clear message on regional security
Earlier, HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, had shared a post on X, stating that the UAE “will never be blackmailed by terrorists” and reaffirmed the country’s sovereign right to make strategic security decisions during ongoing regional tensions.
We will never be blackmailed by terrorists https://t.co/gMSjGOII8V
— عبدالله بن زايد (@ABZayed) March 22, 2026
The statement came in response to remarks by Gérard Araud, who had questioned the UAE’s security partnerships during the current geopolitical situation.
Minister Reem Al Hashimy’s statements further add along to a strong response to these claims.
The bigger picture
At the heart of Reem Al Hashimy’s message was a simple but powerful idea: global trade routes and international waters cannot be used as pressure points in political conflicts.
The Strait of Hormuz is not just a regional channel – it’s a lifeline for global energy and trade.
And the UAE’s position is clear: cooperation, stability, and mutual respect between neighbours should always come before threats or intimidation.
The minister concluded by stating that the UAE’s reputation as a safe and secure country was reinforced during the developments, emphasising that the country will “come out stronger and better on the other side”.