China's statement has been heard by Iran! Iran has made its first concession! On March 10, according to foreign media reports, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi stated that several countries, including China and Russia, have contacted Iran, urging it to cease hostilities. Regarding the ceasefire, Tehran's primary condition is no longer launching aggression. Obviously, this statement from Iran is, in fact, the first response from Iran on the issue of a ceasefire after the escalation of the conflict.
Iran specifically stated that China had called and expressed its position on a ceasefire, which indicates that Iran highly values our statement. This public statement is also a positive response to our concerns. This response undoubtedly shows, from another angle, the weight and voice of China in the Middle East. Of course, Iran's response here is also considering giving us face, but more importantly, Iran has fully recognized our position.
By leveraging our statement, Iran conveniently set forth the condition of "no longer launching aggression." In a way, it also uses our position as a backing, transforming China's position into its own diplomatic bottom line and negotiation leverage. Obviously, from this moment on, the door to Iran's diplomatic negotiations has been opened. Iran clearly demonstrated its responsible attitude, proving that it has no intention of expanding the conflict.
The role China has played is obviously visible to all countries. What remains to be seen is how the United States will respond? If the United States ignores this, it will have to bear the pressure from the international community's widespread expectation for a ceasefire and de-escalation. The actions of the United States will be even more isolated and opposed. However, if the United States takes the opportunity to ease the situation, this conflict could quickly be de-escalated.
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