U.N. Security Council Rejects U.S. Bid To Extend Iran Arms Embargo

The video discusses the UN Security Council's decision on extending the arms embargo on Iran, which is set to expire under the 2015 nuclear deal. Only the US and the Dominican Republic supported the extension, while Russia and China opposed it, and other members abstained. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized the decision, emphasizing the threat posed by Iran's ability to trade weapons.

What is the primary purpose of the arms embargo on Iran?

• To prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons

• To restrict Iran's access to international markets

• To limit Iran's oil exports

• To stop Iran from buying and selling conventional weapons

Which countries voted in favor of extending the arms embargo on Iran?

• The US and China

• The US and Russia

• The US and the Dominican Republic

• The US and France

What was the stance of Russia and China regarding the proposed resolution?

• They were absent during the vote

• They opposed the resolution

• They abstained from voting

• They supported the resolution

How did the majority of the UN Security Council members respond to the vote on the arms embargo?

• They abstained

• They voted against

• They voted in favor

• They were undecided

What was Mike Pompeo's reaction to the UN Security Council's decision?

• He praised the decision

• He criticized the decision

• He remained neutral

• He supported the decision