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April 8, 2026
Trump credits China for Iran's ceasefire negotiations
- President Donald Trump stated that he believes China played a role in getting Iran to negotiate a ceasefire with Israel and the U.S.
- The Chinese foreign ministry welcomed the ceasefire and emphasized its commitment to peace in the Middle East.
- China's specific efforts to facilitate the ceasefire were not detailed by officials, raising questions about their involvement.
2 Sources
- Trump says he believes China got Iran to negotiate, AFP reportsApr 8, 2026 at 8:28 AM · Reuters
- White House reveals talks with Beijing before Iran ceasefire dealApr 9, 2026 at 12:14 AM · CNN