The UN Security Council did not adopt a resolution intended to enhance security in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital channel for global maritime trade and humanitarian aid. Eleven countries supported the resolution, but permanent members Russia and China used their veto power to block it, while Colombia and Pakistan abstained. The proposed resolution encouraged states using the strait , located between Iran, Oman, and the UAE , to coordinate defensive measures, including escorting commercial vessels to ensure their safety. It also demanded that Iran immediately cease attacks on shipping in the area. The failure to pass the resolution leaves... [Continue Reading]