Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jassim Albudaiwi has condemned Iranian aggression over a wave of ballistic missile and drone strikes since February 28 aimed at critical infrastructure across member states and Jordan.

 

In the first-ever briefing by a GCC Secretary-General to the UN Security Council, Mr Albudaiwi said these attacks have targeted civilians and vital facilities, including airports, oil installations, ports, and residential areas. He welcomed the adoption of the Security Council Resolution 2817, condemning the attacks and called for its full implementation to ensure accountability.

 

The GCC Chief reiterated that Gulf states reserve their right to self-defence under the UN Charter, while maintaining that dialogue and diplomacy remain the best path to resolving crises. The meeting comes as Bahrain takes the helm of the Security Council for the month of April, with its signature opening meeting intended to discuss the cooperation between the UN and the GCC.

 

The  UN Security Council has encouraged collaboration between the United Nations and the GCC to address shared challenges, such as maritime security, preventing and countering terrorism, and responding to food and water security as part of broader efforts to promote peace and stability in a region engulfed by the ongoing Israel-United States war with Iran.

 

In an agreed presidential statement submitted by the representative of Bahrain in his capacity as Council President for April, the Security Council recognised the Gulf Cooperation Council’s position and expertise in understanding and promoting regional sustainable peace and security