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Iran's Foreign Minister Announces U.S. Willingness to Continue Talks, Cites China's Role in Hormuz Reopening
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi announced that the U.S. is open to continuing diplomatic talks. The statement followed remarks by President Donald Trump, who claimed China's leader Xi Jinping had offered assistance in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The developments mark a potential shift in regional tensions.
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Araghchi stated that Tehran had 'received messages' indicating the U.S. was willing to continue negotiations. The remarks were made in response to comments by President Donald Trump, who claimed that China's leader Xi Jinping had proposed support for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. and China have been involved in discussions regarding the strategic waterway, which is critical for global oil trade.
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IndependentThe HinduMay 15, 09:42 PM
Iran FM says U.S. willing to continue talks, open to China’s helpAraghchi spoke a day after U.S. President Donald Trump said Xi Jinping had offered China's help to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
IndependentMiddle East EyeMay 15, 03:34 PM
Iran's foreign minister says it 'received messages' saying US was willing to continue talks - Middle East EyeIran's foreign minister says it 'received messages' saying US was willing to continue talks Middle East Eye