Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addresses a press conference after attending the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting, at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi, India, 15 May 2026. Photo: VCG

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said at a press conference held in New Delhi, India, on Friday that “Pakistan’s mediation process has not failed yet, but it is on a very difficult path, mainly due to US behavior.” 

Regarding China’s role, he said, Iran appreciates any country, especially China, which in the past tried to restore relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia. They are partners in establishing relations between countries, and China has good intentions. Therefore, any action taken by them to help diplomacy will be welcomed by the Islamic Republic of Iran,” IRNA News Agency reported. 

On May 6, Iranian Foreign Minister Iran Seyyed Abbas Araghchi visited China upon invitation, and Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi held talks with him.

During the talks, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that China calls for an immediate and full ceasefire, opposes renewed conflict, and stresses the priority of talks on the Iran situation. Wang also noted the international community's common concern over restoring normal and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and urged relevant parties to respond to global calls as soon as possible.

Araghchi said during the meeting that Iran places its trust in China and expects China to continue its active role in promoting peace and ending hostilities.