Middle East Conflict: Russia, China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz as tensions escalate

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Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for reopening the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. Bahrain and the US sponsored the scaled-back draft, which received eleven votes in favor, two opposed, and two abstentions. Gulf states expressed regret over rejection. The strait has been effectively closed since late February following US-Israel military action against Iran. President Trump has demanded reopening as part of conflict resolution efforts.

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