112 Countries Back Hormuz Resolution Draft as UN Pressure Mounts on Gulf Crisis
May 13, 2026 — The Hormuz resolution draft has returned to the center of international diplomacy as pressure intensifies inside the UN Security Council over maritime security in the Gulf, amid growing fears of wider tensions surrounding one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
According to Reuters, the United States and Gulf nations are working on a new UN Security Council resolution focused on protecting international navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and preventing threats targeting global shipping and energy flows.
The diplomatic push comes as the region witnesses escalating military and maritime tensions that have already impacted oil markets, shipping routes and marine insurance costs worldwide.
Hormuz Resolution Draft Expands International Momentum
The Hormuz resolution draft represents an international attempt to contain rising risks in the strategic waterway through which a significant share of global oil and gas exports passes toward international markets.
Reports indicate that the proposal includes measures related to protecting freedom of navigation, identifying maritime mines and preventing threats against commercial vessels operating in Gulf waters.
112 Countries Enter the Hormuz Crisis Debate
Diplomatic sources cited by Al Jazeera pointed to expanding international backing for the initiative, with reports suggesting that around 112 countries have joined the diplomatic track focused on protecting international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, although no final official confirmation has yet been issued by the United Nations regarding the figure.
Observers believe the growing support reflects mounting international concern that the Hormuz crisis could evolve into a direct threat to global energy stability and international trade flows.
Why does the Strait of Hormuz matter so much?
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most strategically important maritime chokepoints, making any disruption capable of immediately affecting global oil prices and the international economy.
- A major share of global oil exports passes through the strait
- Direct impact on international energy prices
- Rising shipping and insurance costs
- Disruptions to global supply chains
- Inflationary risks for the global economy
The developments also align with previous analysis on the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz for global energy supplies, amid escalating military tensions across the Gulf region.
| Sector | Potential Impact |
|---|---|
| Maritime Navigation | Protection of commercial shipping and energy flows |
| Oil Markets | Global price volatility |
| Insurance | Higher maritime risk premiums |
| Global Trade | Supply chain disruptions |
Is the Security Council heading toward a new confrontation?
Diplomatic negotiations over the final wording of the proposal are still ongoing, amid divisions among international powers regarding how to respond to the escalating maritime tensions in the Gulf.
Global markets continue to monitor developments closely, particularly as security in the Strait of Hormuz remains directly linked to oil prices, energy stability and international trade.
What comes next?
Attention is now shifting toward upcoming UN Security Council discussions and diplomatic negotiations to determine whether the Hormuz resolution draft could evolve into a broader international initiative capable of reshaping Gulf security and global energy dynamics in the coming months.
