A flurry of Iranian strikes on Gulf energy hubs has pushed Gulf states to the U.N., prompting an emergency Security Council meeting in New York. Bahrain requested the session, condemning Iran’s “cowardly attacks” on civilian and energy sites. The 15-member Council demanded Tehran immediately halt all strikes and actions threatening civilian infrastructure and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz—a vital route carrying 20% of the world’s oil. A recent resolution, passed 13-0 with Russia and China abstaining, reinforced these demands.