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<p>We are concerned by Iranian threats to disrupt shipping and are working hard to
ensure ships are able to move freely and safely. The UK is focused on de-escalation
and we continue to urge the Iranian authorities to reduce tensions. The former Foreign
Secretary spoke to Foreign Minister Zarif on 13 July to discuss the importance of
finding a resolution to the current situation. We have been clear that Gibraltar’s
action, with UK assistance, to detain the Grace 1 tanker was to enforce EU Syria sanctions
in Gibraltar’s territorial waters on the basis that the oil was being transported
to a sanctioned Syrian entity. The investigations being conducted around the Grace
1 remain a matter for the Government of Gibraltar.</p>
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