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Iranian envoy asks China, Russia and UN for security guarantees as part of ceasefire framework
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi asked China, Russia and the United Nations to provide security guarantees as part of the ceasefire framework, according to Iranian state media. The request signaled Tehran's effort to internationalize its security concerns and build a multilateral buffer against potential US or Israeli military action during the negotiation period.
Iranian state media reported on April 9 that Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had formally requested security guarantees from China, Russia and the United Nations as part of the ceasefire framework. The request came as Iran simultaneously engaged in the Islamabad negotiating process with the US. Iranian officials said the guarantees were essential for Tehran to agree to any long-term arrangement involving sanctions relief and nuclear constraints.
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Actor responses
Russia's Foreign Ministry said it was reviewing the request and remained committed to supporting Iran's legitimate security concerns.
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