Middle East Agenda Heats Up as France Prepares UN Resolution for Strait of Hormuz

As France prepares to submit a resolution to the United Nations Security Council to guarantee freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Saudi Arabia's top religious leader issued a call to troops, and diplomatic and military activity in the region gained momentum.

UN Resolution for the Strait of Hormuz

France is working on a United Nations Security Council draft supporting the protection of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. With this resolution, which draws attention to the importance of critical shipments for food and energy security, the necessity of respecting freedom of navigation will be reaffirmed.

Saudi Arabia and the Houthi Insurgency

Saudi Arabia's top cleric called on troops to defend the country against Iran-backed Houthi insurgents in Yemen. It was emphasized that protecting the borders and coalition members is a great duty.

Iran's Seven-Day Plan and UN Agenda

During United Nations sessions in New York, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed that they had presented a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and return to nuclear program negotiations if the US fulfills certain conditions. This plan was communicated through Qatari mediation.

Yemen Front and General Amnesty Decision

Rashad al-Alimi, the head of Yemen's internationally recognized government, called on Yemenis to stand behind Saudi-backed forces. While a general amnesty was declared for those defecting from the Houthis, it was stated that the ultimate goal is to retake Sana'a.

Military Summits and Regional Developments

Following the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, the first joint meeting attended by military chiefs from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey was held in Riyadh. The United Nations Security Council approved a statement demanding an end to Houthi attacks.