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Russian and Chinese Diplomats Coordinate De-escalation Efforts in Persian Gulf

Apr 05, 2026 02:02 PM CT Moscow, Russia diplomacy,de-escalation,UN,russia,china,persian gulf

Summary

Top Russian and Chinese diplomats held discussions to strengthen cooperation on Middle East issues, specifically calling for de-escalation in the Persian Gulf. The meeting focused on aligning strategies within international forums, particularly the UN, to manage tensions in the Iran-Israel conflict theater. This represents a coordinated diplomatic effort by major external powers to prevent further escalation without direct military intervention.

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According to the statement, in the context of Middle East issues, the two ministers discussed ways to strengthen Russian-Chinese cooperation in various international forums, especially at the UN

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Russia NEUTRAL

Called for de-escalation of the situation in the Persian Gulf and discussed strengthening cooperation with China at the UN.

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