Diplomatic Endeavors: The Path to Peace in the Iran Conflict

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed hope for a ceasefire in the Iran conflict. Speaking at the United Nations, he emphasized the importance of all parties meeting halfway. Wang's comments followed his role in chairing a Security Council meeting during China's presidency in May.


Devdiscourse News Desk | May 26 (Reuters) - ​China's ​Foreign Minister ‌Wang Yi ​Said On Tuesday ‌He Hoped Parties In The Iran Conflict Can ‌Stay Committed To Pursuing ‌A Ceasefire And Continue To Meet ⁠Each Other ​Halfway.Wang ⁠Spoke To Reporters At ⁠The United Nations In ​New York After Chairing A ⁠Meeting Of The ⁠15-Member ​Security Council Because China Has Held ⁠The Council's Presidency In ⁠May. (Reporting ⁠By David Brunnstrom And Simon ‌Lewis; ‌Editing By Caitlin ​Webber) | Updated: 27-05-2026 00:01 IST | Created: 27-05-2026 00:01 IST
Diplomatic Endeavors: The Path to Peace in the Iran Conflict
Wang Yi

On Tuesday, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi voiced his aspirations for maintaining the ceasefire momentum in the ongoing Iran conflict. He urged all parties involved to remain committed to diplomacy and compromise.

Wang addressed the international press following a 15-member Security Council meeting, which he chaired as part of China's rotational presidency in May.

His remarks came during a United Nations event in New York, where he highlighted the importance of continuing diplomatic efforts to achieve sustainable peace.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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