Greece’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations on Tuesday said Athens supports Bahrain’s plan for the Strait of Hormuz, while speaking at the UN Security Council.

Top diplomat Aglaia Balta said Greece voted in favor of Bahrain’s draft resolution, “reiterating its strong solidarity with the Gulf countries and affirming the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.”

She also thanked Bahrain for its “tireless efforts” in drafting the text, while also expressing regret that “its adoption was not possible today.”

As she emphasized, the Strait of Hormuz remains “one of the most critical maritime routes and a vital artery for global trade and energy supply.” She stressed that any disruption to its smooth operation has “immediate and far-reaching consequences for international peace and security,” noting that “freedom of navigation constitutes a public good.”

Condemnation of attacks, support for int’l law

The Greek diplomat said Athens has “repeatedly condemned Iran’s illegal and unprovoked attacks against countries in the Gulf region and elsewhere.” She pointed out that “any actions by Iran that endanger the unhindered passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz must cease immediately.”

At the same time, she underlined that Greece remains “firmly committed to promoting maritime security and freedom of navigation in accordance with international law,” as reflected in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

A map showing the Strait of Hormuz, also known as Madiq Hurmuz, and 3D printed oil barrels are seen in this illustration taken March 26, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration