
UN Security Council Weighs Two Draft Resolutions in Rising Middle East Crisis
The UN Security Council prepared votes on two draft resolutions addressing the Middle East crisis triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran: Bahrain-led text on behalf of the GCC and Jordan condemns Iran and calls for de-escalation, including guarantees for navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, while a shorter Russian draft urges restraint and negotiations without naming states. Bahrain’s draft drew broad co-sponsorship; after consultations it proceeded in blue. Post-script: on 11 March, Bahrain‑led resolution was adopted 13 in favour with 2 abstentions (China and Russia) and wide support (135 co-sponsors); Russia’s draft failed to reach the nine votes needed for adoption (4 in favour, 2 against, 9 abstentions).












