Moscow calls for freedom of navigation in Gulf due to its importance to global economy
Russia has called for the freedom of navigation in
the Arab Gulf due to its importance to global economy, after alleged incidents
involving a British tanker and Iranian boats in the Gulf waters.
"We are keeping a close eye on the information
flow regarding what is going on in the Gulf area," Kremlin Spokesman
Dmitry Peskov, quoted by Tass, said on Thursday.
He added: "We have taken note of the
information that such an incident had allegedly taken place. We also took note
of a statement by Iranian representatives that this information contradicts
reality."
"Anyway, we believe that the freedom of
navigation in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz must be ensured without any
reservations. This is extremely important for the global economy and for the
global economic environment," Peskov stressed. "We continue to call
on everyone to show restraint in the Gulf so as not to up the ante and resolve
the situation through dialogue."
