After the meeting of China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi with Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov and Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazeem Gharibabadi at the Dyaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on March 14, 2025 Russia and China have jointly called on the United States to lift sanctions on Iran and resume negotiations based on “mutual respect.”

This appeal highlights the growing geopolitical tensions and the differing approaches to addressing Iran’s nuclear program. Both nations argue that the U.S. sanctions have exacerbated regional instability and hindered diplomatic efforts to resolve longstanding issues. They emphasize the importance of reviving the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal, which the U.S. withdrew from in 2018 under the Trump administration.

Russia and China, have consistently supported Iran’s position, advocating for a balanced and multilateral approach to ensure regional security. They contend that unilateral sanctions undermine international cooperation and violate the principles of fair dialogue. By urging the U.S. to return to negotiations, they aim to foster a more inclusive and constructive framework for addressing Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

This call also reflects the broader strategic rivalry between the U.S. and the Russia-China alliance, as both nations seek to counter American influence in the Middle East. The push for “mutual respect” underscores their desire for a multipolar world order, where diplomatic solutions prevail over coercive measures. As tensions persist, the international community watches closely to see if this appeal will lead to renewed dialogue or further entrench divisions.