China, Russia, Iran to hold meeting on Iranian nuclear issue
China will host a meeting with Russia and Iran in Beijing on Friday to discuss the Iranian nuclear issue, with representatives from all three countries exchanging views. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei reaffirmed Tehran's stance against being pressured into negotiations.
- World
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 11:52 | 12 March 2025
China will hold a meeting with Russia and Iran on the Iranian nuclear issue on Friday, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced.
The huddle in Beijing will be chaired by Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu, while Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov Sergey Alexeevich and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi will represent their respective countries, the ministry said on Wednesday.
The three parties will exchange views on the Iranian nuclear issue and other issues of mutual interest.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Tehran would not be bullied into negotiations, after US President Donald Trump said he sent a letter urging Iran to engage in talks on a new nuclear deal.
- Polish premier proposes Türkiye take active role in initiating Russia-Ukraine peace talks
- Ukraine to discuss security guarantees with allies if truce put in place: Zelensky
- Russia aiming to put 'maximum pressure' on Ukraine in Kursk: Zelensky
- Zelensky expects 'strong' action from US if Russia refuses truce
- UN chief launches 'UN80 Initiative' to strengthen organization