United Nations Security Council (UNSC) members are evaluating a statement circulated by France and Britain on Iran's nuclear program. However, it looks like they are facing stiff resistance from many UNSC members and specifically veto-bearing so-called permanent members China & Russia. Recent reports suggest that the opposition for a stiff reprimand and strong demands face stiff opposition and the two sponsors have withdrawn the draft and postponed consultations till they develop backroom consultations. This whole incident seems to be a major diplomatic defeat for the US and its European allies. Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting China and both countries have called for more dialogue and diplomatic solutions. China has supported the Russian initiative to enrich uranium in Russia for exclusive use by Iran.