# China opposes US unilateral sanctions on Iran, foreign ministry says

https://mins.news/en/item/32550

- CGTN, 2026-08-25 15:10 UTC
- World
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-25/MOFA-China-opposes-US-unilateral-sanctions-on-Iran-1PTJZeCHNHa/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> China said it opposes the United States’ expanded unilateral sanctions on Iran and will take all necessary steps to protect its legitimate rights and interests. Washington targeted nearly 60 individuals, entities and vessels, while warning countries and businesses dealing economically with Tehran that they could face US measures.

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