UN Security Council passes resolution condemning Iran attacks on Gulf states

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NEW YORK — The United Nations Security Council on Wednesday adopted a resolution condemning Iran’s reported attacks on Gulf countries and Jordan and calling on Tehran to immediately halt hostilities targeting regional infrastructure.

The UN Security Council resolution condemning Iran’s attacks in the Gulf was approved with 13 votes in favor, while China and Russia abstained. No member of the 15-nation council voted against the measure.

The resolution was introduced by members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and received unusually broad international backing. A total of 135 United Nations member states co-sponsored the draft, a level of support diplomats described as one of the largest for a Security Council resolution.

The measure condemns attacks attributed to Iran and calls for an immediate end to hostilities across the Gulf region. It also expresses concern over strikes on critical infrastructure, including ports and energy facilities that are vital to regional security and global energy markets.

China and Russia chose not to exercise their veto power, allowing the resolution to pass despite their abstentions.

Diplomatic observers say the wide support for the resolution reflects growing international concern over escalating military activity affecting Gulf states and key infrastructure in the region.

Security Council resolutions carry legal authority under international law, although enforcement typically depends on cooperation from the parties involved.

The vote comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following a series of reported drone and missile attacks targeting locations across the Gulf in recent weeks.

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