“The actions of the United States are quite predictable and understandable from their position. But they are incomprehensible purely in human terms and in international law. The US acts from a position of strength, crushed by economic sanctions, ”the deputy said.

According to him, by such actions the Americans are trying to maintain their "leading position in the economy."

“They are trying to put pressure on Iran in such a way that it strikes China’s strategic partner,” Sherin said.

Earlier, the United States decided to expand the sanctions list on Iran.

One Iranian and a Chinese citizen were sanctioned. Also, restrictive measures were introduced in respect of six companies.