"As the Security Council failed to decide to technically extend UN Security Council Resolution 2231, it will expire in accordance with the terms established therein on the date of completion of the JCPOA on October 18, 2025," Dmitry Polyansky said

Security Council votes against delaying reimposition of UN sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme.

Sanctions lifted in 2015 look set to be snapped back after Tehran was accused of failing to fulfil its commitments.

Russian First Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations Dmitry Polyansky pointed out that the UN Secretariat has no basis for renewing the relevant mandates

"As the Security Council failed to decide to technically extend UN Security Council Resolution 2231, it will expire in accordance with the terms established therein on the date of…