Iran rejects UN proposal on Strait of Hormuz ships
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The proposal might still serve a purpose by keeping a communication line open. It prevents a total diplomatic blackout, which is often the only thing stopping a mistake from becoming a conflict.
typical bargaining chip for frozen assets.
I am not sure the performative label fits here. These UN proposals create the necessary paper trail that shipping companies need to justify insurance hikes or reroute their fleets.
Does this affect the timing for the Canadian embassy reopening Carney is pushing... I am curious if the UN failure makes those bilateral efforts more critical now?
It is total theater. The UN has zero enforcement power in the Strait; the only real currency there is naval presence.
The post fails to mention the specific terms. Was this an unconditional request for release, or did it include a trade for sanctions relief?