United Nations: India has joined 135 nations in condemning Iran's "egregious" attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council nations, and Jordan, as it co-sponsored a resolution in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Thursday. The resolution demanded that Tehran immediately stop all attacks and criticised its threats to close the Strait of Hormuz.
The 15-nation UNSC, currently presided over by the United States, adopted the resolution with 13 votes in favor and none against, while veto-wielding permanent members China and Russia abstained.
India’s position aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s condemnation of the attacks on Gulf states, which he said violated their territorial integrity and sovereignty.
The resolution was led by Bahrain and co-sponsored by India along with 135 countries. These included Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Canada, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Yemen, and Zambia.
The resolution reiterated strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and political independence of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan.
It condemned the attacks by Iran on these countries and said such acts violate international law and pose a serious threat to international peace and security. The resolution demanded an immediate halt to all attacks by Iran on the Gulf states and Jordan. It also called on Tehran to immediately and unconditionally stop any provocations or threats to neighbouring countries, including the use of proxy forces.
The UNSC also reaffirmed that the navigational rights and freedoms of merchant and commercial vessels must be respected in accordance with international law, particularly along critical maritime routes.
It also noted the right of member states, under international law, to defend their vessels against attacks and provocations that undermine navigational rights and maritime security. The resolution further condemned attacks on residential areas and civilian objects that resulted in civilian casualties and damage to buildings. It expressed solidarity with the affected countries and their people.
It also urged Iran to comply fully with its obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law, particularly regarding the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure during armed conflict.
