By Saqib S. Qureshi
Washington Warns Sanctions Could Hit Tehran if Strait of Hormuz Attacks and Oil Route Pressure Continue
UNITED NATIONS: The United States and its Gulf allies have launched a new diplomatic offensive at the United Nations, proposing a powerful Security Council resolution threatening Iran with sanctions if Tehran refuses to end attacks on ships and loosen its grip over the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. Pushes Global Action Against Iran Over Hormuz Crisis
According to the draft proposal obtained by media outlets, the resolution demands that Iran immediately stop targeting vessels, end what Washington calls “illegal tolls” on commercial shipping, and reveal the locations of sea mines placed in the strategic waterway.
The proposal also pressures Iran to cooperate with United Nations humanitarian efforts aimed at restoring the safe flow of aid, fertilizer and commercial goods through the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes.
Marco Rubio Accuses Iran of Holding World Economy ‘Hostage’
Marco Rubio sharply criticized Tehran, accusing Iran of attempting to “hold the world economy hostage” through threats against global shipping and energy supplies.
Rubio said the latest U.N. proposal would test whether the international community is still capable of solving major global crises through diplomacy.
The U.S. reportedly softened parts of the resolution to avoid another veto by China and Russia, removing direct authorization for military force and focusing instead on sanctions and diplomatic pressure.
China and Russia Could Again Block U.S. Resolution
An earlier U.S.-backed resolution linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis was vetoed by Beijing and Moscow shortly before Washington and Tehran announced a temporary ceasefire in April.
Diplomatic sources say several Security Council members remain concerned that the draft strongly criticizes Iran while avoiding direct references to U.S. and Israeli military strikes inside the region.
Behind the scenes, Washington is reportedly pressuring China to avoid vetoing the proposal as preparations continue for a major meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping next week.
Strait of Hormuz Remains at Center of Global Oil War
The new diplomatic push comes as the Trump administration continues efforts to restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz after months of military escalation involving Iran, the United States and regional allies.
Before the conflict erupted in late February, nearly 20% of the world’s crude oil passed through the strategic Gulf waterway.
Although a fragile ceasefire remains active, tensions continue to threaten international shipping, energy markets and regional stability across the Middle East.