#Condemned

Taiwan has condemned the expulsion of a New York Times journalist from China over an interview the US-based newspaper conducted with the self-ruled island’s leader, saying it is common for a president of a democratic country to explain its position.

Iran has been widely condemned for demanding up to $2 million for vessels to ship through the Strait of Hormuz. DW explores the reasons why Egypt can charge for the Suez Canal and Panama for its waterway, but Iran can't.

India condemned an attack on one of its vessels in the Gulf of Oman, which sunk after it was set ablaze, calling the incident “unacceptable.”

UAE adviser Anwar Gargash slams Iran’s attacks as ‘moral bankruptcy’ after missiles target the country, vowing the UAE’s firm stance and right to respond.