Iran has cautioned the UN Security Council against any “provocative action” following tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy shipments.
“Any provocative action by the aggressors and their supporters, including in the UN Security Council regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, will only complicate the situation,” said Abbas Araghchi.
Araghchi issued the warning ahead of a planned vote on a draft resolution aimed at authorising a force to protect shipping through the strait. The vote, originally scheduled for Friday, was later postponed, with no new date provided.
The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed since United States and Israel launched strikes against Iran on February 28, disrupting the flow of oil and gas from the region.
The draft resolution, introduced by Bahrain, sought to authorise “defensive” measures to protect shipping from Iranian attacks and received backing from the US and Gulf countries most affected by the blockade.
However, countries including Russia, China, and France had previously objected to earlier drafts, citing concerns that the proposal could escalate regional tensions.
Araghchi’s comments highlight Tehran’s view that external military involvement in the strait could exacerbate instability and undermine diplomatic efforts.
Analysts warn that prolonged closure of the strait could impact global oil markets, raising prices and affecting energy-dependent economies worldwide, including Nigeria.
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