Event Brief
China blocks US sanctions against refineries buying Iranian oil
Filed: May 02, 2026 at 10:03 AM ET
Summary: China’s commerce ministry said it blocked US sanctions against refineries accused of buying Iranian oil.
WHO: China’s commerce ministry
WHAT: Blocked US sanctions against refineries accused of buying Iranian oil
WHEN: May 02, 2026 at 9:20 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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