China Urges Iran to Control Houthis Following Saudi Request

Just now September 17, 2026 1 min read 📰 Google

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China is urging Iran to assist in controlling the Houthi movement in response to a request from Saudi Arabia. This development involves diplomatic negotiations between China, Iran, and Saudi Arabia, highlighting China's growing role in Middle Eastern geopolitics. It is significant for Iran as it navigates its relationships with regional powers and influences in the ongoing conflict in Yemen.

EXCLUSIVE: China presses Iran to help rein in Houthis after Saudi appeal, sources say Reuters

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📍 Iran 100 📍 China 100 📍 Saudi Arabia 100 🏢 Houthis 100 👤 Houthi 100 👤 Abdul Malik al-Houthi 📌 OFAC Program: IRAN 🏢 Reuters 👤 source

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