#IsraelIranConflict about international support for Iran, such as economic, political, or diplomatic backing.
general overview as of 2025:
š Countries or Entities That Support Iran (to varying degrees):
1. China
Major trade partner, especially for oil.
Strong strategic and economic ties via the 25-year cooperation agreement signed in 2021.
Often defends Iran diplomatically at the UN Security Council.
2. Russia
Close military and strategic partner.
Cooperation in Syria, arms sales (like drones and missiles), and nuclear energy.
Russia and Iran both oppose U.S.-led policies in the Middle East.
3. Venezuela, Syria, and other anti-U.S. governments
Share ideological and political alignment.
Engage in mutual support in forums like the Non-Aligned Movement.
4. Iraq
Close cultural and religious ties.
Iran has significant political and economic influence in post-2003 Iraq.
5. Qatar & Oman
Maintain balanced relations with Iran, even while other Gulf states are more aligned with the West.
Oman often acts as a mediator between Iran and Western countries.
š¼ Economic Support & Sanctions Relief
Iran has been heavily sanctioned by the U.S. and EU, particularly over its nuclear program and human rights issues.
China and some Central Asian countries continue trade with Iran despite sanctions.
INSTEX (a European payment system to bypass U.S. sanctions) was attempted but largely ineffective.
āļø Diplomatic Engagement
JCPOA (Iran nuclear deal): The U.S. exited in 2018. There have been attempts to restore it with EU mediation, but progress has stalled as of mid-2025.
Iran is increasingly turning to Eurasian alliances, like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and BRICS, to counter Western pressure.
