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China Claims It Drove a US Iran Ceasefire After Reports It Brokered a Pause
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Published on 24 April 2026
Beijing says its diplomacy helped halt US Iran fighting
China says it made its “own efforts” to push for a ceasefire between the US and Iran, after reports credited Beijing with brokering a two-week pause in hostilities. Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China engaged in diplomacy to de-escalate tensions and support long-term regional stability, positioning its role amid escalating concerns.
- China says it pushed for a US Iran ceasefire using its own diplomacy
- Reports claim Beijing brokered a two-week pause in hostilities
- Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning cites de-escalation and stability goals
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