Russia, China veto UN Security Council resolution on Strait of Hormuz security
The UN Security Council failed to adopt a resolution aimed at boosting security in the Strait of Hormuz on April 7, as Russia and China vetoed the measure. The resolution sought to protect commercial shipping in the strategic waterway, which has been effectively closed since the US-Israeli offensive on Iran began.
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has failed to adopt a resolution aiming to boost security in the Strait of Hormuz on April 7, 2026, at the UN headquarters in New York, United States. Russia and China have vetoed a UNSC resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Veto powers
Russia and China, both permanent members of the Security Council with veto power, blocked the resolution. The veto reflects the deep geopolitical divisions over the Iran war, with Moscow and Beijing maintaining closer ties with Tehran.
Strategic waterway
The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed since early March following the US-Israeli offensive on Iran that began Feb. 28. The waterway normally handles about 20 million barrels of oil daily, and its closure has disrupted global energy markets, pushing prices above $115 per barrel.
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Ceasefire developments
The veto came as diplomatic efforts intensified to end the conflict. Pakistan brokered a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, with President Trump announcing a suspension of strikes contingent on Iran reopening the strait. Talks are set to begin in Islamabad on Friday.
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