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Russian-Chinese veto blocks Iran sanctions extension
Russia and China confirmed their use of the veto in the Security Council against a US draft resolution calling for the extension of the mandate of the expert team on sanctions against Iran until September 2027. The Russian side considered the resolution to be illegal and lacking a legal basis, pointing out that the validity of Resolution 2231, which supports the nuclear agreement, expired in October 2025. They argued that US efforts are part of illegal pressure tactics against Iran. Conversely, Britain, France, and Germany opposed the resolution, defending the importance of extending the monitoring of Iran’s activities—particularly its missile program—and ensuring compliance with sanctions. The European countries indicated that the Russian and Chinese positions hinder diplomatic efforts and escalate tensions. Meanwhile, the representatives of Russia and China emphasized that the issue pertains to the expiration of the nuclear deal, and that any attempts to reimpose sanctions without a legal basis threaten the unity and credibility of the Security Council.
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