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China blocks US sanctions on five ‘teapot’ refineries
Filed: May 03, 2026 at 4:02 AM ET
Summary: China’s Ministry of Commerce said US sanctions on five refineries violate international law.
WHO: China’s Ministry of Commerce
WHAT: China blocked US sanctions against five refineries accused of importing Iranian oil.
WHEN: May 03, 2026 at 2:57 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: The ministry said the sanctions violate international law.
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