China moves to block US sanctions on firms buying Iranian oil
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 10:38 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
Both reports say China has taken legal steps to prevent U.S. sanctions from affecting companies that purchase Iranian crude. Middle East Eye cites an injunction filed in a Chinese court (24058), while another update notes a broader administrative block on refineries (24063). The core story is the same, with the former emphasizing the court order and the latter describing a wider sanction‑blocking measure.