June 11, 2026
China and Russia vetoed Hormuz resolution last month
Bahrain-backed resolution is supported by 11 of 15 Security Council members
China has opposed authorising force in Strait of Hormuz resolution
Opposition fears EU conditions could limit arms purchases from the US
Remaining 14 council members vote in favour of the draft resolution as the US says Hamas is responsible for starting and continuing war
"We would not support any measure that fails to condemn Hamas and does not call for Hamas to disarm and leave Gaza," Acting US Ambassador to the UN Dorothy Shea told the council
