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  1. US legislative bodies (House and Senate) are drafting a defense bill aimed at countering China's expansion.
  2. China buys Russian oil and gas while the House considers bills sanctioning Iran and Russia, clashing with UNSC norms.

China and Russia Veto UN Resolution on Iran Nuclear Sanctions

4 reports, 3 independent Updated Sep 17
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What happened

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Russia and China vetoed a United States-backed resolution at the UN Security Council on September 17, 2026. The resolution sought to extend the mandate of a panel of experts monitoring sanctions against Iran. The proposal failed after Russia and China voted against it, despite receiving 11 votes in favor.

From presstv.co.uk, wokv.com

Why it matters

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The veto prevents the extension of the independent monitoring of sanctions reimposed on Iran last year. These sanctions include measures that freeze Iran's assets abroad and halt arms deals with Tehran. The alignment between China and Russia reflects a broader geopolitical dynamic.

China purchases Russian oil and gas while US legislative bodies draft bills concerning Iran and Russia.

From grenadachronicle.com, wokv.com, presstv.co.uk

Who's involved

  • ChinaVetoed the resolution alongside Russia regarding the Iranian nuclear issue.
  • MoscowVetoed the resolution alongside China regarding the Iranian nuclear issue.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • ChinaSpeculative

    China might face increased costs or restrictions on trade with Iran due to the continued enforcement of sanctions that freeze assets abroad.

  • MoscowSpeculative

    Russia might see its access to international financial systems constrained by the existing sanctions that halt arms deals with Iran.

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China buys Russian oil and gas while the House considers bills sanctioning Iran and Russia, clashing with UNSC norms. All 2 developments

Within US legislative bodies (House and Senate) are drafting a defense bill aimed at countering China's expansion.

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