Iran is closely coordinating with China and Russia through recent trilateral consultations to counter Europe's attempts to invoke the United Nations ' "snapback" sanctions, a spokesperson has said.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent acknowledges China's position on oil purchases but suggests an overall trade deal remains likely.

China’s imports of Iranian crude contracted by almost a third last month, in part due to subdued demand from private refiners after they saw higher shipments in June.