S/RES/2817
Overview of Security Council Resolutions
This resolution was authored by Bahrain on behalf of the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council—which comprises Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—as well as Jordan. It condemns Iran’s strikes against these countries; determines that these acts constitute a breach of international law and a serious threat to international peace and security; deplores that civilian objects have been targeted and that the attacks resulted in civilian casualties; and demands that Iran immediately halt the attacks against these countries and fully comply with its obligations under international law. The text also condemns any actions or threats by Iran aimed at closing or obstructing international navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
