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China, Russia Block US-Backed Iran Nuclear Sanctions Expert Panel
The UN General Assembly examined China and Russia’s veto of a US-backed expert panel on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
What happened
The General Assembly met on Thursday to examine the Security Council’s latest veto. China and Russia blocked a United States-backed proposal for a sanctions panel of experts focused on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The source does not provide details on the panel’s proposed mandate, the vote tally, or any action taken by the General Assembly after its meeting.
Why it matters
The veto prevents the proposed expert panel from advancing through the Security Council, while the General Assembly has taken up the issue for examination.
Source: UN News