Russia and China on Tuesday (April 07) vetoed a UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, even after the draft had been repeatedly watered down in hopes of securing support from Moscow and Beijing. The vote was 11 in favour, two against, and two abstentions. &nbsp;took place just hours before an 8 PM Eastern deadline set by US President Donald Trump for Iran to reopen the strategic waterway or face strikes on its power plants and bridges.&nbsp;The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for roughly 20% of global oil consumption. Iran's effective blockade, implemented following US-Israeli strikes on February 28, has triggered a global energy crisis, sending energy prices soaring.&nbsp;The original draft, tabled by Bahrain and Gulf allies, had included the phrase "all necessary means," a specific code in UN diplomatic language for authorising military force, including offensive strikes. The phrase was removed entirely after Russia, China, and France argued it would effectively legalise a full-scale invasion of Iran.&nbsp;Even the watered-down version, however, failed to survive the veto. Eleven nations, including the US, UK, France, and Bahrain, voted in favour of the resolution. Russia and China vetoed it, condemning it as a pretext for war. Pakistan and Colombia abstained, both seeking a diplomatic alternative.&nbsp;Reacting sharply to the veto, the US ambassador delivered a scathing address to the Council, warning that the consequences of the obstruction would be felt globally.&nbsp;"Today's veto marks a new low," the ambassador said, adding, &nbsp;"In the coming days, when critical shipments are delayed, the world will know who chose obstruction over responsibility."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-embassy-in-iran-advises-nationals-to-stay-indoors-for-48-hours-as-trump-s-hormuz-deadline-looms-1775584058612">Indian embassy in Iran advises nationals to stay indoors for 48 hours as Trump's Hormuz deadline looms</a>&nbsp;The ambassador placed the blame squarely on Iran and its countries friendly with Tehran, drawing pointed references to the relationships between the vetoing powers and Tehran.&nbsp;"Iran must stop attacking and open the Strait of Hormuz. Russia has chosen to be a military supplier to Iran, while Iran has supplied hundreds of UAVs to Russia. China, meanwhile, imports 80% of Iran's illicit oil," the ambassador said.&nbsp;Invoking the broader stakes for the Middle East, the ambassador reaffirmed Washington's commitment to its regional partners. "The United States stands firmly with its partners in the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz is too vital to be choked by any one state. We stand with Bahrain and the people of the Gulf. This is a time for choosing," the ambassador said.&nbsp;Concluding his address, the US ambassador drew on Iran's long and contentious history with Washington to frame the current crisis.&nbsp;"We are here because of the path Iran's regime has chosen for decades. Forty-seven years ago, Iran took dozens of Americans hostage. Today, it holds the Strait of Hormuz hostage. This could be Iran's last act," the ambassador said.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.)

Reacting sharply to the veto, the US ambassador delivered a scathing address to the Council, warning that the consequences of the obstruction would be felt globally.

Russia and China on Tuesday (April 07) vetoed a UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, even after the draft had been repeatedly watered down in hopes of securing support from Moscow and Beijing. The vote was 11 in favour, two against, and two abstentions. took place just hours before an 8 PM Eastern deadline set by US President Donald Trump for Iran to reopen the strategic waterway or face strikes on its power plants and bridges. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for roughly 20% of global oil consumption. Iran's effective blockade, implemented following US-Israeli strikes on February 28, has triggered a global energy crisis, sending energy prices soaring. The original draft, tabled by Bahrain and Gulf allies, had included the phrase "all necessary means," a specific code in UN diplomatic language for authorising military force, including offensive strikes. The phrase was removed entirely after Russia, China, and France argued it would effectively legalise a full-scale invasion of Iran. Even the watered-down version, however, failed to survive the veto. Eleven nations, including the US, UK, France, and Bahrain, voted in favour of the resolution. Russia and China vetoed it, condemning it as a pretext for war. Pakistan and Colombia abstained, both seeking a diplomatic alternative. Reacting sharply to the veto, the US ambassador delivered a scathing address to the Council, warning that the consequences of the obstruction would be felt globally. "Today's veto marks a new low," the ambassador said, adding, "In the coming days, when critical shipments are delayed, the world will know who chose obstruction over responsibility." Also Read: Indian embassy in Iran advises nationals to stay indoors for 48 hours as Trump's Hormuz deadline looms The ambassador placed the blame squarely on Iran and its countries friendly with Tehran, drawing pointed references to the relationships between the vetoing powers and Tehran. "Iran must stop attacking and open the Strait of Hormuz. Russia has chosen to be a military supplier to Iran, while Iran has supplied hundreds of UAVs to Russia. China, meanwhile, imports 80% of Iran's illicit oil," the ambassador said. Invoking the broader stakes for the Middle East, the ambassador reaffirmed Washington's commitment to its regional partners. "The United States stands firmly with its partners in the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz is too vital to be choked by any one state. We stand with Bahrain and the people of the Gulf. This is a time for choosing," the ambassador said. Concluding his address, the US ambassador drew on Iran's long and contentious history with Washington to frame the current crisis. "We are here because of the path Iran's regime has chosen for decades. Forty-seven years ago, Iran took dozens of Americans hostage. Today, it holds the Strait of Hormuz hostage. This could be Iran's last act," the ambassador said. (Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.)

Reacting sharply to the veto, the US ambassador delivered a scathing address to the Council, warning that the consequences of the obstruction would be felt globally.

Diplomatic setback for US as Russia and China veto UN resolution on Hormuz reopening

Two people lost their lives after a US-Israeli launched an attack on a rail bridge in the central Iranian city of Kashan, a regional official told state media on Tuesday. "A few minutes ago, the American-Zionist aggressor attacked the Yahya Abad railway bridge in Kashan city," a senior regional security official in Isfahan province, Akbar Salehi, was quoted as saying by Iran's IRNA news agency.&nbsp;"Two people were martyred, and three others were injured in this attack," he added. Following the attack, the key highway in northern Iran has been, according to the regional authorities

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<h3>Israeli Defence Forces issued warning</h3>Earlier in the day, Israeli Defence Forces issued an “urgent warning” to Iranians to avoid travelling by train and stay away from railway tracks across the country until at least 9 pm. In a statement issued in Farsi, the IDF warned of “safety” risks, suggesting a possible target for its airstrikes. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened Tehran with “complete demolition” of the country’s civilian infrastructure once the deadline to make a deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is over. &nbsp;In a statement, IDF’s Persian-language spokesman, Lt. Col. (res.) Kamal Penhasi said, “Dear citizens, for your safety, we request that from this moment until 21:00 Iran time, you refrain from using and travelling by train across Iran.”He added, “Your presence on trains and near railway lines puts your lives at risk.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-strategically-important-kharg-island-targeted-local-media-1775559770630">Iran's strategically important Kharg island targeted: Local media</a>&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

The US-Israeli strike hit a railway bridge in Kashan, central Iran, killing two people and injuring three, according to local officials. The attack targeted key infrastructure, disrupting transport routes and escalating tensions, with authorities condemning it as an act of aggression.

Two people lost their lives after a US-Israeli launched an attack on a rail bridge in the central Iranian city of Kashan, a regional official told state media on Tuesday. "A few minutes ago, the American-Zionist aggressor attacked the Yahya Abad railway bridge in Kashan city," a senior regional security official in Isfahan province, Akbar Salehi, was quoted as saying by Iran's IRNA news agency. "Two people were martyred, and three others were injured in this attack," he added. Following the attack, the key highway in northern Iran has been, according to the regional authorities

The US-Israeli strike hit a railway bridge in Kashan, central Iran, killing two people and injuring three, according to local officials. The attack targeted key infrastructure, disrupting transport routes and escalating tensions, with authorities condemning it as an act of aggression.

Two killed after US-Israeli attack on rail bridge in central Iranian city

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Diplomatic setback for US as Russia and China veto UN resolution on Hormuz reopening

Two killed after US-Israeli attack on rail bridge in central Iranian city