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China rejects U.S. sanctions on refineries over Iran links

China said U.S. sanctions on refineries over Iran oil links violate international law.
WHO: China’s Commerce Ministry
WHAT: Rejected U.S. sanctions targeting refineries over Iran oil links
WHEN: May 2, 2026 at 10:20 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: China is responding to U.S. sanctions imposed on refineries over Iran oil links.
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