Bahrain has circulated to members of the UN Security Council an initial draft of a new resolution against Iran, focusing on freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a copy of the draft proposal obtained by The Jerusalem Post

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Bahrain has circulated to members of the UN Security Council an initial draft of a new resolution against Iran, focusing on freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a copy of the draft proposal obtained by The Jerusalem Post

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  • The proposal also includes authorization for member states to take practical measures in the maritime domain.

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Bahrain's move to circulate a resolution targeting Iran suggests rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passage for global oil transportation. This development may lead to increased geopolitical risk, affecting energy prices and prompting a possible response from major stakeholders, especially if it results in any actual enforcement of measures in the maritime domain.

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