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In April 2026, which two permanent members of the UN Security Council exercised their veto powers to block a resolution concerning maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz?

  1. A
    Russia and China
  2. B
    China and Netherlands
  3. C
    Ukraine and USA
  4. D
    Pakistan and Columbia

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Resolutions within the UN Security Council can only be vetoed by its permanent members (), which include the USA, UK, France, Russia, and China. Based on the options provided, only Russia and China hold the structural veto authority necessary to defeat such a Security Council resolution.

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In April 2026, which two permanent members of the UN Security Council exercised their veto powers to block a resolution concerning maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz?
A
Russia and China
B
China and Netherlands
C
Ukraine and USA
D
Pakistan and Columbia

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