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China voices support for Iran’s ‘sovereignty’ in assassination’s aftermath
- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi also renews call for broader efforts towards Middle East stability
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Frank Chenin Shanghai
China has backed Iran in its right to defend its sovereignty following the assassination in Tehran last month of a leading Palestinian figure.
It also renewed its call for joint efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.
In a call on Sunday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told acting Iranian foreign minister Ali Bagheri Kani that Beijing supported Tehran “in defending its sovereignty, security and national dignity in accordance with the law”.
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“[China also supports Iran’s] efforts to maintain regional peace and stability, and stands ready to maintain close communication with Iran,” Wang said, according to the Chinese foreign ministry.
“The priority is for the international community to jointly urge all parties to implement in earnest United Nations Security Council resolutions and create conditions for a comprehensive, permanent ceasefire in Gaza as soon as possible.”
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He also described China and Iran as “comprehensive strategic partners” and said China was willing to work with the new Iranian government.
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