The International Maritime Organization (IMO) responded to Iran's demand and called on the United States to refrain from taking any action which puts international maritime security at risk. Following an inquiry into Iran's proposed document against US sanctions, the 121st session of the International Maritime Organization's Council in London called on the United States and other member states to refrain from taking any action that endangers the safety and security of international shipping and shipping freedom.  This is a clear blow to the recent efforts by the US administration which has illegally called for sanctions against Iranian shipping industry.