The resolution calls for free navigation through the strait and an end to Iranian attacks on its Gulf neighbours.
The strait represents ‘a capability that can affect the entire global economy with a single decision’, politician says.
The Ministry of Defence says the ship will prepare to join an international mission to safeguard shipping, but only when fighting in the region ends.
Israel killed 31 people in southern Lebanon on Friday, including a rescue worker, Lebanon’s National News Agency said.
A ceasefire between the US and Iran has been in place since April 8. Both sides are yet to agree on a peace deal.
Iran accuses US of breaching ceasefire near Hormuz as CENTCOM says forces responded to Iranian attacks.
Brent crude rises amid clashes in critical waterway.
Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.