Iran to do ‘utmost’ to protect China’s citizens amid US-Israel attacks: FM

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 3, 2026 at 05:10 AM

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Following attacks by the US and Israel on Iran in early March 2026, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi assured his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, that Iran would ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and institutions within the country. Araghchi stated that the attacks occurred despite recent progress in negotiations with the US. He emphasized Iran's need to defend itself and requested China's assistance in preventing further escalation. Wang Yi affirmed China's support for Iran's sovereignty, security, and national interests, highlighting the traditional friendship between the two nations. The call occurred after Oman's foreign minister suggested a peace deal between the US and Iran was imminent.

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CBS News 30% Oman 40% Beijing 40% Badr al-Busaidi 40% Ministry of Foreign Affairs ×260% Israel ×380% Wang Yi ×480% China ×380% Abbas Araghchi ×490% United States ×490% Iran ×9100%

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iran 100% us-israel attacks 90% china 90% foreign minister 80% safety of citizens 70% conflict escalation 60% international relations 60% peace deal 50% sovereignty 50% negotiations 40%

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