UN adopts resolution condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf states

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The UN Security Council adopted a resolution on Wednesday condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, as well as Jordan.

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The resolution passed with 13 votes in favor, with Russia and China abstaining.

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Presented by Bahrain and co-sponsored by 135 countries, the resolution emphasised “strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and political independence” of the GCC states and Jordan.

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It strongly condemns the “egregious attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against” the Gulf countries and Jordan, emphasising that the attacks “constitute a breach of international law and a serious threat to international peace and security.”

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The resolution also condemned the targeting of civilian infrastructure, which “resulted in civilian casualties and damage to civilian buildings.”

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Bahrain’s UN envoy Jamal Fares Alrowaiei welcomed the adoption.

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“It proved that the Council is committed to maintaining international peace and security.

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“We express our deep gratitude to all member states of the United Nations that co-sponsored this resolution.

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“Their number amounted to 135 countries. This overwhelming support by the international community reflects a collective awareness of the danger of the unjust Iranian attack against our countries,” he noted.

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