Why Russia and China Are Set to Block ‘High-Stakes’ UN Resolution on Strait of Hormuz
3 min readMay 8, 2026 08:14 PM IST The United States has urged United Nations member states to support a new Security Council resolution demanding that Iran halt attacks and mining operations in the Strait of Hormuz. However, diplomats say the proposal is likely to face vetoes from China and Russia, setting the stage for…