Qatar emir calls for stronger Gulf shipping security, condemns Iran attacks

Doha, Oct 13 (UNI) Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Tuesday called for intensified efforts to secure shipping in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, condemning Iranian attacks on Qatar as a "flagrant violation" of its sovereignty. Speaking at the opening of the Shura Council's annual session, the first since the war with Iran began, Sheikh Tamim said the security of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states could not be compromised and urged greater regional and international cooperation to protect vital waterways and energy infrastructure. "Efforts must be doubled to secure navigation in the Gulf and the…