Event Brief
China criticizes US law tightening sanctions on Russia, Iran
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 19, 2026 at 2:16 PM ET
Summary: China criticized a new US law that strengthens sanctions on Russia and extends trade measures on Iran. The law was signed late Friday by President Donald Trump, prompting China’s public criticism.
WHO: China
WHAT: China criticized a newly signed US law that tightens sanctions on Russia and extends trade measures on Iran.
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026
WHERE: China
WHY: China reacted to the US law signed by President Donald Trump that strengthens sanctions on Russia and extends trade measures on Iran.
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