UN Security Council Postpones Hormuz Vote as Iran Downing US Fighter
Key Takeaways
- UN Security Council delays vote on Bahrain draft to authorize force in Hormuz.
- Iran shoots down a US F-15E; one crew member rescued, other missing.
- Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, prompting international debate on protecting maritime shipping.
Fighter Downed and Rescue
Iran shot down a US F-15E fighter jet, marking the first time Tehran downed an American jet in the war.
“Some countries threaten action against Iran’s blockade of waterway”
One of the two US crew members was rescued; search continued for the other.
Iranian media showed images of American aircraft searching for the pilots.
DW noted the shift from threats to kill downed pilots toward capturing them as precious prizes.
UN Vote Postponed
The UN Security Council postponed a vote on a Bahrain-sponsored resolution to authorize defensive force.
Iran warned the Council against any provocative action.
The draft had been scaled back from all necessary means to defensive measures.
China and Russia maintained strong opposition.
Global Reactions
The UAE is reportedly preparing to help the US fight Iran and open the Strait by force.
Bahrain is sponsoring the UN resolutions.
The closure of the strait has disrupted 20% of the world's oil supply.
France 24 covered Macron’s criticism of the US-Israeli operation as unrealistic.
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