The United Nations Security Council held an urgent closed meeting at the request of Bahrain to address what it described as 'cowardly' attacks by Iran on Gulf countries, Jordan and other nations. Bahrain's ambassador said the meeting was prompted by continued strikes targeting civilian areas and critical energy infrastructure.

According to Bahrain, many of the council's 15 members stressed the need for Iran to comply with a March 11 resolution demanding an immediate halt to attacks against Gulf states and the targeting of civilians and energy facilities. The resolution was adopted by a vote of 13 in favor, with Russia and China abstaining.

The measure also calls on Iran to stop actions or threats aimed at disrupting navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for about one fifth of the world's oil shipments. Bahrain declined to comment on reports that it may seek an additional resolution focused specifically on freedom of navigation through the waterway.