The United Nations Security Council is expected to vote today (Friday) on a Bahrain-sponsored draft resolution aimed at safeguarding maritime traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
The proposed resolution would authorize countries to take defensive — but not offensive — measures to ensure the safe passage of vessels through the waterway, which typically handles nearly one-fifth of global oil shipments.
The initiative has garnered support from six Gulf states along with Jordan, amid growing international concern over disruptions to oil flows, dw.com reports.
Meanwhile, Iran has warned against what it described as “provocative action” ahead of the vote.
According to remarks attributed to Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, any such steps by opposing parties, including actions taken within the Security Council, could further escalate tensions and complicate the situation.
Diplomatic sources indicate that the draft resolution has been significantly revised to secure broader backing.
Notably, references permitting offensive military action were removed following objections from veto-holding members Russia, China, and France.
The vote comes at a time of heightened geopolitical strain, with global markets closely monitoring developments in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
