Proposed UN resolution threatens Iran with sanctions if it doesn’t allow freedom of navigation
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — A proposed U.N. resolution threatens Iran with sanctions or other measures if it does not stop attacks on ships in the region. Strait of HormuzStop imposing “illegal tolls” and declare that all mines are placed to ensure freedom of navigation.
The draft resolution, co-sponsored by the United States and Gulf states and obtained by The Associated Press on Tuesday, also calls for Iran to “immediately join and enable” United Nations efforts to establish a humanitarian corridor in the strait to enable the delivery of vital aid, fertilizer and other goods.
This is the last diplomatic effort by the United States and its Gulf allies in a long time. diluted solubility He intended to open the strait Vetoed by China and Russia Hours before Washington and Tehran’s announcement temporary ceasefire At the beginning of April.
U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz told reporters he believed the new narrow proposal would get the support it needed to pass the 15-member council without provoking opposition or a veto from Iran’s allies.
The United States and Gulf countries proposed the new draft at a time when the Trump administration is trying to restore freedom of navigation in the strait, which carried about 20% of the world’s crude oil before the United States and Israel went to war on February 28. A shaky ceasefire remains in effect.
The proposed resolution, drafted under Chapter 7 of the UN Charter and therefore militarily enforceable, threatens “effective measures appropriate to the seriousness of the situation, including sanctions” if Iran does not comply.
It reaffirms the right of all countries to protect their ships from attacks and provocations and orders all other countries not to assist Iran in closing the strait or charging passage fees.
The draft also “welcomes the ongoing efforts to ensure safe and secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz and eliminate conflict, expresses support for ongoing efforts to seek a lasting peace in the region, and encourages member states in the region to strengthen dialogue and consultations in this regard.”
___
Farnush Amiri contributed to this report.
