In a show of international solidarity, the United Nations Security Council condemned Iran’s attacks on Gulf nations and Jordan, highlighting the civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure caused by the strikes.
On Wednesday, March 11, the 15‑member Security Council adopted United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026), denouncing recent missile and drone attacks attributed to Iran against member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Jordan.
The resolution passed with 13 votes in favour, while Russia and China abstained.
The resolution, presented by Bahrain and co‑sponsored by 135 countries, reaffirmed strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and political independence of the Gulf states and Jordan. It described the attacks as violations of international law and a serious threat to international peace and security.
Members also condemned strikes that damaged civilian infrastructure and led to casualties, underscoring the humanitarian impact of the escalation. Several countries have reported extensive destruction to energy facilities, airports and other critical installations.
Bahrain’s permanent representative to the UN welcomed the resolution, saying the overwhelming support reflects “collective awareness of the danger” posed by the attacks and the international community’s commitment to peace.
Iran has criticised the resolution as unjust, rejecting the council’s findings and urging a broader diplomatic approach to end the conflict.
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