The United States has intensified diplomatic efforts at the United Nations by urging member states to support a new resolution demanding Iran halt attacks and mining activities in the Strait of Hormuz. However, diplomats believe China and Russia are likely to block the proposal through their veto powers at the Security Council.
The draft resolution, prepared jointly by the United States and Bahrain with support from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar, condemns Iran’s alleged threats to maritime navigation. Furthermore, the proposal demands that Tehran immediately stop attacks, reveal mine locations, and avoid interfering with clearance operations in the strategic waterway.
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Meanwhile, tensions surrounding the resolution have created diplomatic complications ahead of US President Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to China next week. Officials expect discussions about the Iran conflict to dominate meetings, while a possible Chinese veto could further deepen disagreements between Washington and Beijing over regional security issues.
During a media briefing at the United Nations, US envoy Mike Waltz warned countries against rejecting the proposal, arguing that opposition could establish a dangerous international precedent. Additionally, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the resolution as a crucial test of the United Nations’ ability to address escalating global security threats effectively.
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Iran strongly criticised the proposed resolution and accused Washington of pursuing politically motivated actions against Tehran at the Security Council. Iran’s UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani argued that the United States lacked legal and moral authority to present itself as a protector of maritime security because of its actions against Iranian vessels.
Diplomats familiar with closed-door Security Council discussions revealed that both Russia and China had already raised strong objections to the text earlier this week. Reports suggested Russia wanted the proposal completely rewritten or withdrawn, while China criticised references to Chapter VII of the UN Charter, which allows sanctions and military enforcement measures.