Iran’s attacks on Gulf countries cross 7,000 missiles, drones

Iran has launched more than 7,000 missiles and drones at Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states since February 28, 2026, the bloc’s secretary-general has said, urging the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to take action against the attacks.

Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi made the remarks during a briefing to the UNSC at its headquarters in New York on Friday, November 13.

He said the attacks had targeted airports, ports, energy facilities, electricity networks, water desalination plants, residential areas and other civilian infrastructure. They had caused casualties, extensive damage and environmental consequences in the Arabian Gulf.

Albudaiwi held Iran responsible for the attacks and said GCC countries had made diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation. He stressed that the bloc would not accept violations of its members’ sovereignty or territorial integrity.

GCC condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

Albudaiwi reaffirmed the GCC’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia over attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi militia.

He welcomed UNSC Resolution 2837, which condemned the militia’s military escalation in Yemen, attacks on Saudi Arabia and threats to commercial shipping. The resolution demanded an immediate and unconditional halt to its attacks, including those targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure.

He also called for enforcement of the arms embargo against the militia and accountability for those responsible. Condemning violations against UN personnel and humanitarian workers in Yemen, he reiterated the GCC’s support for the country’s sovereignty and UN-led efforts to achieve a political settlement.

HE GCCSG Underlines During His Briefing Before the Security Council the GCC States' Rejection of any Infringement on Their Security, Sovereignty, and Territorial Integrity, Stressing that the Attacks they Face Violate International Law.https://t.co/Itt9JvhNYD#GCC#UN

— مجلس التعاون (@GCCSG) November 13, 2026

Gulf shipping disruption threatens global supplies

The GCC chief warned that attacks on commercial vessels and oil and gas tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and Houthi assaults on shipping in the Red Sea threatened international trade and energy supplies.

The bloc rejected any attempt to close the Strait of Hormuz, obstruct navigation or impose unlawful transit fees.

Albudaiwi said disruptions to shipping had affected global supply chains, including the movement of food, essential commodities, fertilisers and ammonia. Citing warnings by the UN Secretary-General, he cautioned that prolonged shortages could fuel inflation and increase the risk of famine and food insecurity in vulnerable countries.

He called for the implementation of UNSC Resolution 2722 (2024), which demands an end to Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea.

He also cited the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, which protects transit passage through designated international straits, and recalled UNSC Resolution 552 (1984) on maritime security.

GCC reiterates positions on regional issues

On Palestine, Albudaiwi reiterated the GCC’s support for an independent state within the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, and called for an end to the Israeli occupation.

He also reaffirmed support for Lebanon’s sovereignty in line with UNSC Resolution 1701 and for Syria’s unity, sovereignty and stability.

Addressing relations with Iran, Albudaiwi said the GCC favoured dialogue and diplomacy but insisted that any future agreements must address concerns over Tehran’s nuclear programme, ballistic missiles, drones and support for proxy groups.

He further stressed that GCC countries must be included in negotiations affecting their security and interests.

Concluding his briefing, Albudaiwi urged the international community to hold those responsible for the attacks accountable and require Iran to compensate for the damage caused.

He said the GCC would continue supporting mediation and peace efforts, stressing that the security of the Arabian Gulf was inseparable from international security.

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