Russia and China veto U.N. resolution on Strait of
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- Russia and China jointly vetoed a UN resolution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by multiple sources including Al Jazeera and AP News.
- The veto occurred hours before an 8 p.m. deadline set by President Trump for a deal to reopen the waterway.
- AP News specifically noted that the resolution was a "watered-down" version, suggesting prior negotiations or compromises.
- India Today World also raised the question of whether the Jiwani airbase could be an answer to America's Hormuz crisis, implying China's potential role in limiting access.
Why it matters: The veto prevents a UN-backed resolution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global shipping and oil transit.
