US seeks China's help to end the Iran war
\n\nThe United States has reportedly turned to China to help bring an end to the war with Iran. This comes at a time when the world is anticipating that US President Donald Trump, who has held off on strikes on Iran during the weeks leading up to the midterm elections, could restart attacks. Iran has repeatedly said it would respond to new attacks by striking at US and Israeli targets in neighbouring countries.
\n\nUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, backed by President Donald Trump, urged Beijing to use its influence over Tehran, Washington Post columnist David Ignatius said, citing a knowledgeable US official. China has since conveyed Washington’s message to Iran.
\n\nThe report says that Trump had asked Xi for help on Iran when they met in Washington in September, and Xi told him privately that he agrees Iran should never have a nuclear weapon. The issue is likely to surface as the two leaders meet later this month in Shenzhen.
\n\nThe diplomatic push to end the conflict has also involved Qatar, with Trump reaching out to the Qatari Emir. Vice President JD Vance had earlier sent a conciliatory letter last month…
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