Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met with China’s Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang to discuss ongoing indirect negotiations with the U.S. Araqchi delivered a message from President Masoud Pezeshkian, emphasizing Iran’s commitment to diplomacy despite past challenges. He noted progress in talks mediated by Oman and stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations, particularly within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and BRICS, to counter unilateralism. He also called for a global response to crises like Gaza and U.S. actions in Yemen. Ding reaffirmed China’s support for Iran, highlighting their strategic partnership and the need for enhanced coordination to uphold multilateralism.
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The UN Security Council recently discussed a draft resolution by Russia and China to extend sanctions relief for Iran amid tensions over its nuclear program as the JCPOA nears expiration. The Russian representative criticized the U.S. and E3 countries for their handling of the situation, while China echoed similar sentiments. The French ambassador countered, accusing Iran of inadequate cooperation with the IAEA. The resolution failed with four ‘Yes’ votes against nine ‘No’ votes. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized Iran’s commitment to peaceful nuclear energy and criticized the U.S. for its withdrawal from the JCPOA, calling for constructive dialogue.
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and I.A.E.A. Director-General Rafael Grossi recently discussed the I.A.E.A.’s crucial role in facilitating indirect negotiations between Iran and the U.S. Grossi affirmed the agency’s readiness to assist, while Araqchi highlighted Iran’s commitment to cooperate under the Non-Proliferation Treaty. He expressed optimism that the I.A.E.A.’s technical approach would help resolve outstanding issues and provided updates on Iran-U.S. talks. Araqchi also voiced concerns about disruptions to negotiations, stressing the importance of keeping the I.A.E.A. focused on its technical mandate, free from political influence, trusting Grossi to uphold this objective.
Ambassador Amir Sa’eed Iravani, Iran’s Permanent Representative to the UN, reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to a stable, independent, and unified Syria, free from terrorism and foreign interference, during a Security Council meeting. He denounced any claims that Iran has destabilized Syria, calling them biased. Iravani emphasized the need for the withdrawal of foreign forces and condemned Israeli military actions as violations of international law. He highlighted Syria’s humanitarian crisis, urging the removal of U.S. sanctions, and called for a Syrian-led political process. Iran remains dedicated to a peaceful resolution and combating terrorism in the region.