Group 1 - The Russian Foreign Ministry condemned the attempts by the UK, France, and Germany to forcefully push for the restoration of sanctions against Iran in the UN Security Council [1] - The Russian side has repeatedly pointed out that the actions of the European countries involved in the Iran nuclear deal are provocative and illegal [1] - These actions will further escalate tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear program [1] Group 2 - The UN Security Council failed to pass a draft resolution to continue lifting sanctions on Iran on the 19th [1]