Secretary Rubio says Iran “continues to hold the world’s economy hostage with its efforts to close the Strait of Hormuz.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the United States partnered with Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar to draft a United Nations Security Council Resolution to defend freedom of navigation and secure the Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary Rubio stated, “The Islamic Republic of Iran continues to hold the world’s economy hostage with its efforts to close the Strait of Hormuz, threats to attack ships in the Strait, laying of sea mines that pose a danger to shipping, and attempts to charge tolls for the world’s most important waterway.”
“The draft resolution requires Iran to cease attacks, mining, and tolling. It demands that Iran disclose the number and location of the sea mines it has laid and cooperate with efforts to remove them, while also supporting the establishment of a humanitarian corridor,” Secretary Rubio explained. “The United States looks forward to this resolution being voted on in the coming days and to receiving support from Security Council members and a broad base of co-sponsors.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Rubio to be led by the Lord as he oversees U.S. diplomatic efforts around the world.
- For U.S. officials as they encourage other nations to engage in international security efforts against terrorist states.
Sources: Department of State
