Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Reportedly Asks China to Intervene in Iran Conflict
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly asked China to use its influence with Iran to help end the ongoing conflict, according to The Washington Post, citing a U.S. official. Beijing has reportedly relayed this message to Tehran. This reported outreach comes as Washington considers its next steps in the conflict, with President Trump indicating he is not in a hurry to resume major fighting while talks continue. However, public readouts from the November 6 videoconference between Bessent, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng focused on bilateral economic relations and trade commitments, with no mention of Iran. China's account of the call also made no reference to an appeal concerning Tehran.
