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UN Security Council fails to adopt US-backed Iran sanctions resolution after Russia and China vetoes

The proposal, which the United States had drafted to extend the UN expert panel’s mandate for a year was defeated by a vote of 11-2, with Somalia and Pakistan abstaining because of the Russian and Chinese vetoes.

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EuronewsSep 18, 2026, 4:27 AM

UN Security Council fails to adopt US-backed Iran sanctions resolution after Russia and China vetoes

The proposal, which the United States had drafted to extend the UN expert panel’s mandate for a year was defeated by a vote of 11-2, with Somalia and Pakistan abstaining because of the Russian and Chinese vetoes.

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