A resolution is a decision or declaration voted on by all UN member states in the General Assembly and adopted by a majority vote. It may impose obligations or authorise the use of coercive measures, including force. Resolutions begin with an unnumbered preambular clause, which sets the context and often includes references to previous actions. The operative clauses are numbered and end with semicolons (or a full stop/period). The name of the issuing body is typically placed above the preambular, though this can be moved to below, and the names of the sponsors may also be included. The words in a resolution are usually written in plain language but are often underlined, italicised or bold. Preambular phrases tend to start with verbs, and operative clauses start with nouns or adjectives.
This resolution was initiated by the Council’s ten elected members (E10) and called for an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, as well as the immediate and dignified release of all hostages held by Hamas and other groups. It was adopted by 14 votes in favour and one abstention (US). This resolution calls on States to “exercise vigilance in the supply, sale or transfer of major military systems to Iran to ensure that such goods cannot be used for nuclear-related activities.” It also urges them to limit their interactions with Iranian financial institutions. It further calls on Iran to ratify the IAEA’s Additional Protocol. It also requires all UN bodies and the IAEA to report on Iran’s compliance with the provisions of this resolution within 90 days of its adoption.