Overview
- Security Council members met Monday in New York to address reports that Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz and many called for the waterway to reopen.
- UN Secretary‑General António Guterres said the disruption is harming energy security, food supply and trade, and he urged restraint, dialogue and trust‑building.
- U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas‑Greenfield Walz condemned reported mine‑laying as a crime and asked countries to contribute ships or other support to keep sea lanes safe.
- Iran rejected the U.S. accusations and criticized Washington, leaving a diplomatic impasse with no joint naval mission or Security Council resolution announced.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow passage from the Persian Gulf to open seas, so any blockage can slow oil and gas exports, delay cargo, and raise shipping costs that feed through to fuel and food prices.