China’s foreign minister has called for an immediate ceasefire in the Iran war to prevent further escalation and warned against any attempt at regime change. Although Iran and China enjoy a strategic partnership, Wang Yi struck a neutral tone as he called on all sides to return to the negotiating table. The history of the Middle East tells the world time and again that force provides no solution, and armed conflict will only increase hatred and breed new crises,” he said. [ Middle East live updates: Latest chartered flight to Ireland arrives from Oman; Israel and Iran trade attacksOpens in new window ]“The people in the Middle East are the true master of the region. He indicated that, despite their differences over the Iran war, Beijing wants US president Donald Trump’s visit to China to go ahead at the end of this month.

Source: The Irish Times March 08, 2026 19:00 UTC