The Security Council of the United Nations debated today its sanctions on the Iranian nuclear program, despite opposition from the Russian Federation and China. The UN body held the session on resolution 1737, which imposes sanctions on Iran due to its nuclear program.
The session was convened because Iran did not suspend its uranium enrichment program, as required by the resolution. The Council had scheduled sessions every 90 days to monitor compliance with the measures imposed on the Iranian state.
The debate revived the dispute between Security Council members regarding the automatic reactivation of sanctions on Iran. The Russian Federation and China opposed the measures, highlighting the divisions existing within the supreme body of the UN.
