China Played Decisive Role in Persuading Iran to Accept Ceasefire, Officials Say
China played a decisive role in persuading Iran to accept a ceasefire mediated by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, according to Iranian officials.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump acknowledged that China's pressure on Iran was critical to the truce halting hostilities.
Sharif thanked China for its support in the mediation process.
The White House stated that China's senior-level engagement contributed to the diplomatic breakthrough.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Israeli strikes on Lebanon could undermine the fragile ceasefire amid ongoing regional tensions.
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