Russia, China Veto UN Mandate to Monitor Iran Sanctions
Security Council watchdog panel on Iran sanctions ends after two permanent members block renewal, according to Al Jazeera.
Russia and China have vetoed a United Nations Security Council mandate that would have continued monitoring of sanctions on Iran, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The veto effectively ends the Security Council's watchdog panel responsible for overseeing the implementation of Iran-related sanctions, the report said.
As permanent members of the Security Council, Russia and China hold veto power over resolutions, allowing either country to block measures even if a majority of council members support them.
Al Jazeera's report did not provide further details on the specific resolution text, the vote count, or statements from other Security Council members regarding the decision.
The move comes amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear program and broader geopolitical divisions among permanent Security Council members regarding sanctions enforcement.
This is a developing story and further details may emerge as more information becomes available.
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