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Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei holds ‘positive’ view of China, ambassador says
Iran’s new supreme leader shares his late father’s “positive” view of relations with China, Tehran’s ambassador told a security forum in Beijing. Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli also suggested that while Tehran would charge “service fees” for vessels using the Strait of Hormuz, China might receive “special” treatment because it was a “friendly” nation. “[Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s] view, as well as that of our martyred leader, regarding Iran’s relationship with China has been positive, active and...
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Related coverage for "Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei holds ‘positive’ view of China, ambassador says": DawnNews English — Pakistan PM Shehbaz Hails Iranian President Pezeshkian During Talks on Ending US-Iran Conflict. ABNA English — Malaysian scholar: Legacy of Ayatollah Khamenei remains a cornerstone for political and academic circles. Sada Elbalad — Aboul Gheit Extends Condolences to Custodian of Two Holy Mosques Following Aramco Helicopter Crash. JFeed — The Isfahan Patronage: Jewish Community Leader Eulogizes Ali Khamenei as a Protective Figure and Sanctuary. Presstv — Hezbollah chief hails martyred Leader’s legacy, warns Lebanon framework agreement won’t advance. NDTV — 'Where Bin Laden Hid': US Senator Slams Pakistan PM Sharif For Attending Khamenei Funeral