The government of the Maldives has condemned an attack targeting the consulate of the United Arab Emirates in Iraq’s Kurdistan region, describing the incident as a serious breach of diplomatic norms.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Maldivian government said it “strongly condemns” the attack on the UAE’s Consulate General in the regional capital of Erbil.
The Maldives said the targeting of diplomatic premises represents a grave violation of international law, particularly the provisions outlined in the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
“Targeting diplomatic premises constitutes a serious violation of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and undermines the established norms of diplomatic engagement,” the statement said.
The government also emphasised the importance of ensuring the safety and protection of diplomatic missions and personnel around the world.
Maldives expressed solidarity with the United Arab Emirates following the incident, voicing support for both the Emirati government and its people.
“The Government of Maldives reiterates the importance of protecting diplomatic premises and expresses its full solidarity with the Government and the brotherly people of the United Arab Emirates,” the statement added.