UN Security Council fails to adopt Bahrain-backed resolution on Hormuz after vetoes by China and Russia

The UN Security Council failed to pass a Bahrain-backed resolution on the Strait of Hormuz after China and Russia vetoed it. The development underscores global divisions and raises concerns over regional stability, maritime security, and potential disruptions to global energy supply routes.

Post Published By: Karan Sharma

Updated : 7 April 2026, 10:11 PM IST

UN Security Council Fails to Pass Strait of Hormuz Resolution (Image Source: Internet)

New Delhi: The United Nations Security Council failed to adopt a Bahrain-backed resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz after China and Russia exercised their veto powers. The draft resolution was for freeing the Strait of Hormuz. The move stalled efforts to address rising tensions in the strategically vital waterway, reports Dynamite News correspondent.

Strategic Importance of Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical oil transit chokepoints. Any instability in the region can significantly impact global energy supplies and international trade routes.

BREAKING: UN Security Council fails to adopt Bahrain-backed resolution on the Strait of Hormuz after vetoes by China and Russia.

The move highlights deep divisions among global powers over rising tensions in the region.@UN @China @Russia #UNSC #StraitOfHormuz #BreakingNews… pic.twitter.com/lkqaliCPIg

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The vote breakdown

In favour (11): Bahrain, DR Congo, Denmark, France, Greece, Latvia, Liberia, Panama, Somalia, United Kingdom, United States

Against (2): China, Russia

Abstentions (2): Colombia, Pakistan

Global Divisions on Display

The vetoes by China and Russia highlight ongoing geopolitical divisions within the Security Council. Differences in strategic interests and regional alignments continue to shape global diplomatic outcomes.

With no consensus reached, diplomatic efforts may now shift to alternative forums or backchannel negotiations. The situation underscores the complexity of achieving global agreement on sensitive geopolitical issues.