In a Signal to Trump, Beijing Hosts Iranian Diplomat Ahead of U.S.-China Summit

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   Beijing Hosts Iranian Diplomat Ahead of U.S.-China Summit

   China is hosting Iranian diplomat Abbas Araqchi for official talks as Beijing signals its position to Donald Trump before an upcoming U.S.-China summit. Chinese officials have affirmed support for Iran and expressed a willingness to safeguard its legitimate rights, while simultaneously urging both Washington and Tehran to exercise restraint and revive diplomatic negotiations. This diplomatic outreach occurs as China warns against the conflict spilling over into Yemen.

   Why it matters

   The diplomatic movement follows a costly war between the U.S. and Iran. The U.S. government reports spending $33.4 billion on the conflict, which resulted in weapon shortfalls and damage to hundreds of aircraft and buildings.

   What is confirmed

   • China is hosting Iranian diplomat Abbas Araqchi for official talks.
   • China's top diplomat urged the U.S. and Iran to revive talks and show restraint.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The U.S. government spent $33.4 billion on the Iran war, resulting in weapon shortfalls and damage to hundreds of buildings and aircraft.
   • China warned against the conflict spilling over into Yemen.
   • Chinese officials stated they are willing to safeguard Iran's legitimate rights.

   What to watch next

   • Outcomes of the U.S.-China summit regarding Iranian relations
   • Formal announcements regarding the revival of U.S.-Iran talks
   Sources used for this update (6)

   1. CNBC — Weapon shortfalls, 'hundreds' of buildings and aircraft damaged, $33.4 billion spent: the U.S. government tallies costs of the Iran war
   2. تسنیم — Araqchi to Visit China for Official Talks
   3. The New York Times — In a Signal to Trump, Beijing Hosts Iranian Diplomat Ahead of U.S.-China Summit
   4. Reuters — China's top diplomat urges Iran, US to show restraint, revive talks
   5. Al Jazeera — China willing to ‘safeguard Iran’s legitimate rights’, official says
   6. South China Morning Post — China affirms support for Iran, but warns against Yemen spillover
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