China Urges Diplomatic Resolution to Tehran-Washington Tensions

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the spokesperson for China‘s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Guo Jiakun, responded to a report published by The Washington Post concerning the United States’ request for China’s assistance in ending conflicts with Iran. He emphasized the necessity of pursuing political solutions and negotiations to resolve disputes between Tehran and Washington.

The Chinese official stressed that the continuation of conflict benefits no party and called for the use of diplomatic tools to address challenges. This stance comes amid a report by The Washington Post, citing an informed source, which claimed that U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, with the support of President Donald Trump, had asked the Chinese government to leverage its influence over Iran to help end the conflicts. The report further alleged that Beijing had conveyed this request to Tehran.

In recent days, Beijing has intensified its diplomatic activities aimed at de-escalating tensions in the West Asia region. According to The Washington Post report dated November 2, 2026, senior Chinese officials met with representatives from Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Oman in Beijing. During these meetings, Beijing underscored the imperative of reducing tensions and achieving political resolutions to disputes.