Bahrain foreign minister tells UN Security Council that Iran has 'no right' to close Strait of Hormuz

Iran is repeating its economic blockade and threats to close the Strait of Hormuz instead of diplomacy. The proposed draft resolution constitutes a serious attempt to address Iran's repeated hostile behavior. Iran's practices are a direct threat to international peace and security. Iran has consistently threatened navigation in the Arabian Gulf waters. Iran is violating international conventions on maritime security. Iran's insistence on disrupting international navigation is not an isolated incident, but rather part of a documented negative approach. The security of the Strait of Hormuz is a shared international responsibility.