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China & Steve Witkoff

61 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Aug 03, 2026

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China: Representatives from China>>> urged continued efforts to reach a ceasefire at the International — United Nations Security Council>>> session.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff>>> is a US envoy involved in brokering talks on the Ukraine conflict. His readiness to work on a settlement is praised by Volodymyr Zelenskyy>>>.
Jun 08, 2026 · 7 articles
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China: Defended its missile launch and South China Sea actions; Wang Yi met Rubio and discussed territorial disputes.
Steve Witkoff: U.S. envoy who spoke with Zelenskyy to reinvigorate diplomacy.
Jul 22, 2026 · 34 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.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff>>> is part of the US negotiation team, contributing to the efforts to reach a peace deal with Iran>>>.
May 02, 2026 · 472 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.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff's planned trip to Pakistan for negotiations with Iran was cancelled by Donald Trump.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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China: Target of potential tariffs under sanctions bill as a major buyer of Russian energy.
Steve Witkoff: U.S. envoy involved in peace talk discussions; agreed to visit Ukraine to mediate.
Jul 27, 2026 · 119 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.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff was scheduled to visit Islamabad as a US envoy for peace talks, but his trip was cancelled by Donald Trump.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 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>>>.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff>>>, the Middle East Envoy, has been involved in the talks, contributing to the negotiation process between the United States>>> and Iran>>>.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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China: China's ample crude inventories may reduce near-term purchases, a bearish factor for oil.
Steve Witkoff: US special envoy involved in negotiations with Iran. His role is diplomatic.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
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China: China, as Iran's largest trading partner, quietly used its influence to help find a path toward a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
Steve Witkoff: Donald Trump mentioned that his envoy Steve Witkoff would be involved in future talks with Iran.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
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China: China has reduced crude imports due to the conflict, impacting global oil demand.
Steve Witkoff: Witkoff briefed Senator Cassidy on the Iran deal.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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China: China called for talks and is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has not taken a direct role.
Steve Witkoff: Witkoff is a US negotiator involved in talks.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
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China: China criticized the new tariffs imposed by Donald Trump on countries doing business with Iran, as it is a major importer of Iranian oil.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff, a US special envoy, continued to communicate with Iran's foreign minister during the protests.
Jan 13, 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.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff>>> participated in inconclusive talks with Iran>>> in Islamabad, indicating his involvement in the diplomatic efforts.
May 19, 2026 · 327 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.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff>>>, the Middle East Envoy, has been involved in the talks, contributing to the negotiation process between the United States>>> and Iran>>>.
May 24, 2026 · 104 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.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff, a White House envoy, stated that Iran was close to enriching uranium for a bomb, emphasizing the danger.
Apr 20, 2026 · 430 articles
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China: China is referenced in comparison to the US regarding electricity generation and computer-capacity growth, highlighting SpaceX's proposed solution of space-based infrastructure.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff, a special envoy in the Trump administration, disclosed assets in 3G Investors, which held SpaceX stock, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest given his government role.
Apr 20, 2026 · 457 articles
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China: China is reportedly assisting Iran in restarting the production of critical weapons systems.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff>>>, the Middle East Envoy, has been involved in the talks, contributing to the negotiation process between the United States>>> and Iran>>>.
May 18, 2026 · 309 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.
Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff is reportedly one of Donald Trump's representatives instructed to begin the process of expanding the Abraham Accords.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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Dec 05, 2025 · 7 articles
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Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff is the special envoy for Donald Trump and will be a key player in engaging Iran for talks.
Jan 13, 2026 · 7 articles
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Steve Witkoff: Steve Witkoff is mentioned as Donald Trump's special envoy, maintaining diplomatic channels with Iran.
Jan 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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Feb 28, 2026 · 358 articles
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Feb 15, 2026 · 24 articles
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Feb 15, 2026 · 13 articles
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Feb 08, 2026 · 7 articles
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Feb 06, 2026 · 7 articles
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Feb 04, 2026 · 8 articles
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Jan 14, 2026 · 121 articles
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Jan 16, 2026 · 162 articles
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Jan 16, 2026 · 64 articles
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