China and Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, calling the measure biased against Iran. The vote took place with 11 members in favor, two against (China and Russia), and two abstentions.
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China and Russia vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The vote was 11 in favor, two against (China and Russia), and two abstentions.
- China and Russia vetoed UN resolution on Hormuz shipping
- Resolution called for defensive measures to ensure safe navigation
- U.S. President Donald Trump issued ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday evening or face attacks on its power plants and bridges
- Oil prices have surged since conflict began over five weeks ago
The resolution, presented by Bahrain, encouraged states to coordinate defensive efforts to ensure the safety and security of navigation across the Strait of Hormuz. It also demanded that Iran immediately halt attacks on merchant vessels and stop impeding freedom of navigation through the strait.
U.S. President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday evening or face strikes against its power plants and bridges, according to Reuters. The conflict has led to a surge in oil prices as Tehran largely closed the strait, which previously accounted for about a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas.
The initial draft resolution would have authorized countries to use 'all necessary means,' including military action. However, after opposition from Russia, China, and France, the resolution was significantly watered down to eliminate references to offensive action and limit provisions to the Strait of Hormuz itself.
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