Beijing urges negotiations over force in talks with Araghchi on regional crisis

2026-03-25 - 05:54

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that all conflicts should be resolved through dialogue and negotiation, rather than through the use of force. In a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday, Wang reviewed the latest developments in the regional situation in the Gulf region, according to News China News Agency (Xinhua). Thanking China for providing emergency humanitarian assistance, Araghchi said the Iranian people are more united in resisting foreign aggression and safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and independence. Iran is committed to achieving a comprehensive end to the war, rather than merely a temporary ceasefire, Araghchi affirmed. The Strait of Hormuz is open to all and ships can pass safely, but countries at war with Iran are not under consideration, he noted. He expressed the hope that measures taken by all parties would help de-escalate the situation rather than intensify the conflict, expecting China to continue playing a positive role in promoting peace and ending the war. For his part, Wang reiterated China’s principled position, saying that dialogue is always better than continued fighting. This serves the interests of Iran and its people, and also reflects the common aspiration of the international community, he said. Wang called on all parties to the conflict to seize every opportunity and window for peace, and start peace talks as soon as possible. China will continue to uphold an objective and impartial stance, oppose violations of other countries’ sovereignty, actively promote peace and ceasefire, and work for regional peace and stability, Wang stressed. –KUNA