China Opposes UN Resolution on Hormuz Strait, Warns of Serious Consequences
The United Nations Security Council is set to vote on a resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil transportation, which has been effectively closed for over a month. The resolution, drafted by Bahrain, authorizes the use of 'all defensive means necessary' to protect commercial shipping for at least six months. However, China has expressed strong opposition to the resolution, warning that it could legitimize the unlawful use of force and lead to further escalation. China's U.N. envoy, Fu Cong, emphasized the potential for serious consequences if the resolution passes. The resolution requires at least nine favorable votes and no vetoes from the five permanent members of the Security Council: the U.S., Russia, China, Britain, and France. 
