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Iran Urges Unity Against U.S. Bullying at Summit

7/17/2025

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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi urged Shanghai Cooperation Organization members to unite for security during a summit in China. He denounced U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities. In response, China vowed to back Iran against "bullying," highlighting the importance of diplomacy as Iran deepens its alliances with Beijing and Moscow amid rising tensions.

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Historical Context

Founded in 2001, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) aimed to bolster regional security among member states, including China and Russia. The organization has expanded to eight members, reflecting a collective response to perceived Western dominance, particularly by the U.S. Iran's recent calls for unity against U.S. actions resonate with the SCO's goals, potentially reshaping global geopolitical dynamics.

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Story summary

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi urged Shanghai Cooperation Organization members to unite for security during a summit in China. He denounced U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities. In response, China vowed to back Iran against "bullying," highlighting the importance of diplomacy as Iran deepens its alliances with Beijing and Moscow amid rising tensions.

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