Russia, China, Pakistan prepare UNSC resolution on Iran situation
Russia, which has strong ties with Iran, says it has prepared a draft resolution at the United Nations Security Council together with China and Pakistan. The draft calls for "an immediate and unconditional ceasefire" in the Middle East.
The Security Council convened an emergency session on Sunday.
The Russian ambassador to the UN says the draft resolution also urges "a search for a diplomatic solution surrounding the Iranian nuclear program" and is "short and balanced."
Prior to the meeting, Israel's Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon slammed the countries on social media for preparing a resolution condemning the United States and Israel.
The US is expected to veto the draft if it is put to a vote, highlighting the difficulty for nations with conflicting interests to reach a consensus.
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