Russia Warns UN Security Council Resolution Could Escalate Middle East Tensions

Russia warned the UN Security Council against pushing for a unilateral and confrontational draft resolution concerning the Middle East, fearing it could escalate tensions and trigger a new wave of conflict. It strongly rejected the U.S.-proposed anti-Iran resolution, arguing it unfairly targets Iran's defensive measures in the Strait of Hormuz. Russia emphasized the need for diplomatic channels and condemned the actions of the United States and Israel that destabilized the region.