China hopes parties in Iran conflict can meet each other halfway

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged parties in the Iran conflict to remain committed to a ceasefire and continue engaging in compromise efforts. He made the remarks during a U.N. Security Council meeting in New York, which China chaired as council president for May.

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May 27, 2026

China hopes parties in Iran conflict can meet each other halfway

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrives to speak with the media at the U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., May 26, 2026.

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China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday he hopes parties involved in the Iran conflict will remain committed to pursuing a ceasefire and continue working toward mutual compromise.

Speaking to reporters at the United Nations in New York, Wang made the remarks after chairing a meeting of the 15-member UN Security Council. China holds the council’s rotating presidency for the month of May.

Wang emphasized the importance of continued dialogue and urged all sides to maintain engagement in efforts to reduce tensions and avoid further escalation.

-Reporting by David Brunnstrom and Simon Lewis; Editing by Caitlin Webber/Reuters