China Calls for Calm in Middle East Conflict

China Calls for Honest Talks Amid Iran Conflict

China urges all parties involved in the current fighting between Iran and other forces to open a door for honest and meaningful dialogue that could bring peace.

• A spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry stresses urgency in pushing for dialogue and seizing any chance of calm to halt the war.
• This follows comments from China’s foreign minister, who expressed optimism after hearing of U.S.–Iran talks.
• The U.S. had earlier threatened to attack Iran’s power grid but paused after claiming productive conversations with unnamed Iranian officials.
• Iran’s foreign minister indicates the country is considering a U.S. plan to end hostilities but does not wish to initiate talks itself.
• China has not confirmed active negotiations between Washington and Tehran, yet remains cautiously optimistic.

In a phone call with an Egyptian official, the Chinese foreign minister noted that the Middle East situation is changing rapidly and both sides have signaled willingness to negotiate. He emphasized that any beginning of talks offers a chance for peace.

During another conversation with Iran’s foreign minister, the Chinese leader urged all parties to seize any opportunity for peace and commence talks promptly.

China’s approach positions it as a mediator, encouraging dialogue with the hope that both sides will agree to talk before further violence erupts. The ultimate goal is resolving the conflict through open communication, avoiding additional bloodshed.