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China rejects unilateral sanctions against Iran amid tensions with Washington
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First seen: Aug 21, 2026, 1:32 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 22, 2026, 12:32 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
China rejected what it called illegal unilateral sanctions against Iran and described the situation as an economic war.
SO WHAT?
The dispute highlights widening international divisions over pressure on Iran and possible sanctions enforcement.
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