France Drafts UN Resolution to Reopen Hormuz

France is drafting a U.N. Security Council resolution with the United States to establish an international mission restoring Hormuz shipping. French diplomatic sources confirmed it on September 22, 2026. President Emmanuel Macron met President Donald Trump at Trump Tower on Monday evening during U.N. General Assembly week. "Several options were discussed," Macron said. "We will be working on diplomatic solutions over the coming hours, which could make it possible, even without a comprehensive agreement, to find ways of allowing more container ships and oil tankers to transit." "France wants to work with the Americans and its partners on a Security Council resolution guaranteeing freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz," a French diplomatic source said. Russia and China vetoed Bahrain-led draft S/2026/273 on April 7, 2026. The new draft omits direct Iran references, avoids Chapter VII, and frames around UNCLOS. France and the U.K. co-champion escorts and mine clearance, contingent on ceasefire and consultations including Iran. About 20 percent of world oil transits Hormuz, blocked by Iranian actions since late February 2026. An Iranian official reportedly said Tehran could reopen within a week if the U.S. eases pressure and lifts its blockade. CONTESTED: No material disputes in the record; single diplomatic sourcing and no left- or right-rated coverage. Paris hopes to circulate a draft soon.