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China & Iran — Fars News Agency

29 shared events · Importance 8 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026

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China: China is the main buyer of Iranian oil and faces US threats of economic consequences if it continues trade, risking tensions with Washington.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Fars reported Hossein Taeb's statement on Iran's control of the strait.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
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China: China's historical development of nuclear weapons and subsequent negotiations with the US are used as a comparative example by Iran to justify its own nuclear ambitions.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency, an Iranian state-affiliated media outlet, published the controversial article, serving as a mouthpiece for the views expressed and contributing to the escalation of tensions.
Jun 28, 2026 · 6 articles
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China: China is involved as the US imposed sanctions on entities facilitating Iranian oil shipments to China, and its President Xi Jinping is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency reported details of the draft agreement, including the release of frozen funds and the lifting of sanctions.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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China: China is a major buyer of Gulf oil and has diplomatic influence. It benefits from discounted Iranian oil but avoids military involvement.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Mehr has quoted Iranian officials on the status of negotiations.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
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China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil and is pressured to join the sanctions. Non-compliance could lead to US secondary sanctions, affecting its energy imports and trade.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iranian semi-official news agency dismissed Trump's claims as 'delusional,' reflecting Iranian media's defiance.
Aug 06, 2026 · 325 articles
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China: China reported stronger-than-expected export and import growth, driven by demand for autos and technology goods, despite the Iran war.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency>>> reported on U.S. demands regarding Iran>>>'s nuclear program and war compensation, offering details on the negotiation positions of the parties involved.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
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China: China's crude oil imports dropped significantly, contributing to keeping a lid on oil prices. As the world's largest oil importer, its demand impacts global oil markets.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency, a semi-official Iranian news outlet, reports on Iran's military statements and positions, providing insights into Iran's intentions and demands regarding the conflict and the Strait of Hormuz. It serves as a mouthpiece for Iranian government communications.
May 29, 2026 · 22 articles
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China: China, as Iran's top trading partner, is involved in discussions to resolve the Middle East crisis, with Pakistani officials visiting to discuss mediation efforts.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency reported on the US's five-point proposal to Iran, which included demands for Iran to keep only one nuclear site and transfer its enriched uranium stockpile.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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China: Two Chinese tankers laden with oil exited the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a potential easing of the conflict's impact on global energy supplies, which positively affects China's energy security.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency>>> reported Iran>>>'s stance on nuclear commitments, Strait of Hormuz management, and the temporary lifting of sanctions, providing Iran>>>'s perspective on the negotiations.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
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China: China's ample crude inventories may reduce near-term purchases, a bearish factor for oil.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency called Trump's claim a 'lie,' indicating Iranian denial.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
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China: China is involved in diplomatic efforts to mediate the US-Iran conflict, with its President meeting Pakistan's Prime Minister to discuss the deal. Its role as a major global power and potential mediator is relevant to the peace process.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency is an Iranian media outlet that described the US conditions in the peace negotiations as 'excessive' and leading to an impasse.
May 24, 2026 · 104 articles
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China: China>>> is a significant economic partner for Iran>>> and has been involved in diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Its tankers are now transiting the strait under new Iranian rules.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency>>> reported on the destruction of civilian infrastructure in Iran>>> and the resulting water cut-off.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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China: Held direct talks with Houthis to secure safe passage for its tankers; called for renewed negotiations.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iranian news agency.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
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China: Two Chinese supertankers carrying Saudi oil transited the Red Sea; Chinese refiner Sinopec chartered vessels.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency reported on the lack of progress in negotiations.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
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China: China is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has suspended strategic reserve purchases and may face higher energy costs.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Fars reported U.S. strikes on an IRGC naval base in northern Iran.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
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China: A China-based oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil are facing economic sanctions from the United States.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency reported that Iran passed written messages to the Americans via Pakistan, outlining red lines.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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China: China is a major oil importer and has called for restoring normal passage. It has influence over Iran but is not directly involved.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iranian state media that reported on talks and other news.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
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China: China is reportedly assisting Iran in restarting the production of critical weapons systems.
Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency, a state-linked Iranian news agency, provides information on Iran's positions regarding nuclear commitments, sanctions, and potential economic benefits from a deal.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
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Iran — Fars News Agency: Iran — Fars News Agency, affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), is a platform where Iranians express demands for internet freedom.
Mar 17, 2026 · 108 articles
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Apr 11, 2026 · 300 articles
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May 17, 2026 · 14 articles
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Apr 22, 2026 · 302 articles
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May 02, 2026 · 69 articles
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Apr 26, 2026 · 147 articles
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May 12, 2026 · 29 articles
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Apr 27, 2026 · 243 articles
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May 02, 2026 · 14 articles
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