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China backs Iran during U.S. tensions

China backs Iran during U.S. tensions

23 Sept 02:51 Key points summarised by AI
  • China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, offered strong support to Iran, opposing unilateral U.S. sanctions and backing Tehran's efforts to protect its interests amidst escalating U.S.-Iran tensions.
  • Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif reaffirmed Iran's commitment to the international nuclear deal despite U.S. withdrawal and re-imposed sanctions, stating no intention to withdraw from the agreement or engage in war.
  • China views the dispute over the Iranian nuclear agreement as a fundamental conflict between multilateralism and unilateralism, aligning its stance with Iran's commitment to the deal.
  • Zarif emphasized the Strait of Hormuz's status as an international transportation channel, despite past threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guards to close the strategic waterway.
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