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China & Kazem Gharibabadi

23 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026

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China: China is a key player, publicly supporting diplomatic resolution and opposing sanctions, while being a major buyer of Iranian oil. Its stance could strain US-China relations and expose its banks to sanctions risk.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister presented Iran's position and sought deeper cooperation with China, reinforcing bilateral ties.
Aug 23, 2026 · 7 articles
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China: China>>> opposed the International — International Atomic Energy Agency>>> resolution, aligning with Russia>>> in its stance against increased pressure on Iran>>>.
Kazem Gharibabadi: As Iran>>>'s Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi>>> denounced the International — International Atomic Energy Agency>>> report as a 'tool of political pressure' and criticized the lack of condemnation for the Israeli-American strikes on Iran>>>'s nuclear sites.
Jun 04, 2026 · 85 articles
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China: Major buyer of Iranian oil pre-war; affected by US warnings against enabling Iran.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister who publicly challenged US claims, representing Iran's defiant stance.
Aug 24, 2026 · 7 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.
Kazem Gharibabadi: As Iran>>>'s Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi>>> stated Iran>>>'s resolve to pursue its demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
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China: China's Shanghai Composite fell 2.1%, reflecting regional risk-off sentiment and concerns about global demand.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iran's deputy foreign minister stated the US blockade dismantled the Islamabad peace deal.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
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China: China is a major oil importer and has been warned by Trump, while also being accused of providing support to Iran.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iranian deputy foreign minister has made statements on Hormuz sovereignty.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 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.
Kazem Gharibabadi: As Iran>>>'s Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi>>> commented on Donald Trump>>>'s statements, highlighting Iran>>>'s perspective on the diplomatic exchanges.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 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.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iran's deputy foreign minister has detailed the proposed route and conditions, indicating progress in talks.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
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China: China, a major buyer of Iranian oil, has welcomed the deal and emphasized the importance of all sides implementing their commitments. The agreement could facilitate increased oil trade with Iran.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, pushed back against claims of unlimited nuclear inspections and outlined Iran's conditions for access to nuclear facilities.
Jun 12, 2026 · 429 articles
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China: China>>>, the world's second-largest oil consumer, has sharply reduced its seaborne crude imports due to higher prices, introducing uncertainty into global demand calculations.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, reasserted Iran's right to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting Iran's stance on maritime navigation.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 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.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, has communicated Iran's demands for a peace proposal, including the lifting of sanctions and release of frozen funds.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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China: China>>> has economic ties with Iran>>> and has been urged by the United States>>> to help broker a peace agreement, while also having its tankers transit the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's deputy foreign minister, restated Tehran's claims to sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, citing international law and justifying potential 'practical and proportionate measures' to protect security.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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China: China's state-owned refiners are considering resuming Iranian oil purchases, which could significantly impact global oil markets. China's neutrality in the conflict was also acknowledged by Donald Trump.
Kazem Gharibabadi: As Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi has provided cautious statements regarding the scheduling of technical meetings with the US, indicating some uncertainty.
Apr 20, 2026 · 430 articles
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China: China is involved in banking for Iranian networks, potentially impacted by the suspension and sanctions.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iran's deputy foreign minister dismissed Trump's claims about the strait, highlighting the diplomatic war of words.
Mar 09, 2018 · 181 articles
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China: China expressed concern and called for cessation of hostilities.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Gharibabadi announced Iran's suspension of the interim deal, escalating the diplomatic breakdown.
Jul 15, 2026 · 445 articles
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China: China, as a major buyer of Iranian oil, is mentioned in the context of sanctions waivers. Concerns about China's economy are also noted as a factor weighing on oil prices.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, stated that final talks would only begin after the US fulfills key commitments under the framework, including ending the naval blockade, military operations, and releasing Iran's blocked funds.
May 27, 2026 · 425 articles
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China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil; sanctions revocation may affect its supply.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iran's deputy foreign minister said Trump's remarks showed US policy failure.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
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China: A Chinese company's building in Kuwait was hit by an Iranian strike, killing one worker.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iranian deputy foreign minister rejected Oman's proposal, indicating Iran's stance on the Strait of Hormuz.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
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China: Major buyer of Iranian oil; potential secondary sanctions could escalate tensions.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iranian deputy foreign minister responded to Trump's claims, asserting Iran's control over the strait.
Aug 02, 2026 · 162 articles
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China: China has called for restraint and is a major importer of Middle Eastern oil, affected by supply disruptions.
Kazem Gharibabadi: Iranian deputy foreign minister Gharibabadi has stated that the US blockade has dismantled the interim deal.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
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Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
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May 12, 2026 · 67 articles
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Apr 27, 2026 · 243 articles
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