Inside Story

Who can secure shipping lines in the Gulf?

There is growing alarm in the Gulf region after ships are attacked off the coast of the United Arab Emirates.

“Sabotaged and significantly damaged.” 

Saudi Arabia said two of its oil tankers were attacked off the coast of the United Arab Emirates. Riyadh has also called on the international community to protect maritime navigation.

The incidents happened off the coast of Fujairah. The attack was condemned by several countries, including Iran.

What does it mean for global oil supplies?

Presenter: Sami Zeidan

Guests:

Mahjoob Zweiri – Director of the Gulf Studies Center at Qatar University

Manouchehr Takin – Senior analyst at the Centre for Global Energy Studies

Elias Farhat – Retired military general and defence analyst