BEIJING — During a diplomatic meeting in Beijing on Wednesday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi that China feels “deeply distressed” about the ongoing conflict that has stretched beyond two months, calling for a “comprehensive ceasefire.”
The high-level diplomatic discussion marked the first visit by Iran’s foreign minister to China since hostilities began on February 28 between Iran and the United States and Israel.
Speaking during the meeting, Wang emphasized the urgency of ending the violence. “We believe that a comprehensive ceasefire is urgently needed, that a resumption of hostilities is not acceptable, and that it is particularly important to remain committed to dialogue and negotiations,” Wang stated, as captured in video footage of their discussion.
