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Russia and China Support Iran Against Potential Sanctions

8/22/2025

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Russia and China back Iran in response to potential European sanctions under U.N. Security Council resolution 2231, diminishing Western diplomatic influence.
Iranian officials claim their economy can withstand additional sanctions if negotiations collapse.
The E3 (U.K., Germany, France) may trigger the snapback mechanism by late August if discussions stall.

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Story summary

Russia and China back Iran in response to potential European sanctions under U.N. Security Council resolution 2231, diminishing Western diplomatic influence.
Iranian officials claim their economy can withstand additional sanctions if negotiations collapse.
The E3 (U.K., Germany, France) may trigger the snapback mechanism by late August if discussions stall.