Can China help end the Iran war? | US-Israel war on Iran News
Chinese, Iranian Foreign Ministers Meet Amid Ceasefire Tensions
May 7, 2026
The foreign ministers of China and Iran convened recently, coinciding with a fragile ceasefire in the region. This meeting underscores China’s growing role in international diplomacy, particularly in the Middle East.
In 2023, China facilitated the restoration of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran. While it has yet to formally mediate the ongoing conflict, both the United States and Iran have expressed interest in China using its influence to help de-escalate tensions.
Experts are questioning whether China can effectively bridge the gap between the conflicting parties. Should China intensify its efforts to halt the hostilities, analysts are also considering how its economic power may shape the negotiation landscape.
The discussion featured insights from several experts, including Setareh Sadeqi, an assistant professor at Tehran University’s Faculty of World Studies; Scott Uehlinger, a former senior CIA officer and U.S. Navy veteran; and Andy Mok, a senior research fellow at the Center for China and Globalization.
