Scott Bessent & Abbas Araghchi
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Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, urged China to intensify diplomatic efforts to persuade Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and to stop blocking initiatives at the United Nations.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, the Iranian Foreign Minister, met with Wang Yi in Beijing to discuss bilateral relations, regional developments, and the ongoing tensions with the United States regarding the Strait of Hormuz and the US-Israeli war on Iran. He emphasized Iran's commitment to diplomacy and protecting its legitimate rights.
May 05, 2026 · 38 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the United States Treasury Secretary, has emphasized Iran's importance on the agenda for the Trump-Xi summit and urged China to support international operations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, the Iranian Foreign Minister, is visiting China, providing an opportunity for Chinese officials to convey the United States' message regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, as US Treasury Secretary, criticized China for hoarding oil during the war, indicating US concerns about global energy market stability.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Foreign Minister, is a key negotiator for Iran in the peace talks, traveling to Pakistan and other nations to discuss regional developments and peace efforts.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, stated that the United States naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iran's counterpart to Johann Wadephul, was involved in discussions where Germany pressed Iran on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear weapons.
May 03, 2026 · 29 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, stated that the US naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iran's counterpart to the German Foreign Minister, was in a call with Johann Wadephul regarding the crisis.
May 03, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, expressed belief that China would help open the Strait of Hormuz, indicating US diplomatic efforts.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Foreign Minister, stated that Tehran received messages from the US indicating willingness for talks, but expressed distrust towards the US, highlighting Iran's diplomatic stance.
May 15, 2026 · 33 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, believes the Iran war's impact is short-term volatility for long-term gain, preventing Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister, claimed that US 'provocative actions and repeated ceasefire violations' are barriers to peace, and later stated the Strait of Hormuz was open after a ceasefire accord.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, has warned of new economic sanctions on countries doing business with Iran, aiming to inflict more economic pain on Tehran.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Foreign Minister, is a key member of the Iranian delegation, involved in preliminary meetings and conveying Iran's positions and concerns during the peace talks.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
International
Scott Bessent: As U.S. Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent has joined calls for China to use its influence to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz and has overseen sanctions targeting Chinese entities involved in Iranian oil trade.
Abbas Araghchi: As Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, where China defended Iran's right to civilian nuclear energy.
May 12, 2026 · 27 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the United States Treasury Secretary, commented on the limited revenue Iran has gained from tolls and the impending need for Iran to shut in oil wells due to storage filling up.
Abbas Araghchi: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the United States and the United Arab Emirates to 'be wary of being dragged back into quagmire' following the attacks.
May 03, 2026 · 109 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, stated that the US naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister, visited Russia and met with Vladimir Putin, stating that the war had shown 'Iran's true power' and stability.
Apr 28, 2026 · 27 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, was among the officials present at a garden party during the state visit.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iranian foreign minister, is in Islamabad, though no meeting with the US is planned, with Pakistan officials conveying messages.
Apr 14, 2026 · 260 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, expressed the administration's desire for China to pressure Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.
Abbas Araghchi: As the Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi stated that peace talks were progressing with Pakistan's mediation and was traveling to Beijing for talks.
May 05, 2026 · 18 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, is set to meet with He Lifeng before the summit, indicating preparatory economic discussions.
Abbas Araghchi: Abbas Araghchi, Iran's foreign minister, met with Wang Yi to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear energy rights, showing Iran's diplomatic efforts amidst the conflict.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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