Russia's deputy foreign minister and China's special envoy for Middle East affairs held a secret meeting today on the sidelines of the BRICS meeting, IRNA reports
- "In this conversation, the negative consequences of the US and Zionist regime's military aggression against Iran were emphasised."
- "Moscow and Beijing also emphasised maintaining close coordination, including in the UN Security Council, for the peaceful resolution of Middle East crises. "
Context
The secret meeting between Russia's deputy foreign minister and China's special envoy signals deeper coordination between Moscow and Beijing on Middle Eastern issues, particularly in response to U.S. actions. This alignment could influence global energy markets, given both nations' positions on sanctions and regional stability, potentially affecting commodities like WTI and oil prices.
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