New York:The Russian and Chinese ambassadors to the United Nations have urged an immediate end to hostilities against Iran, emphasizing the importance of diplomatic solutions to achieve peace in the region. This call comes in response to concerns about US and Israeli threats of renewed military actions.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the UN Security Council convened a meeting on Friday to discuss the 'Situation in the Middle East,' following a request from Bahrain. During the meeting, China's Ambassador Fu Cong highlighted the heightened risk of a large-scale conflict in the region and the troubling rhetoric suggesting possible hostilities against Iran.

Ambassador Fu Cong underscored the necessity of an immediate ceasefire, cessation of fighting, and halting of unlawful military actions as critical steps towards resolving regional issues. He stressed the importance of a political settlement and urged the Security Council to act impartially to de-escalate tensions and facilitate peace talks.

Anna Evstigneeva, Deputy Permanent Representative of Russia to the United Nations, echoed the sentiment, stating that equitable negotiations addressing the root causes of the crisis are the only reliable solution. She emphasized the need for a negotiated resolution and Russia's readiness to assist in achieving it.

Additionally, Khaled Khiari, Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Pacific, welcomed renewed diplomatic efforts in Doha and elsewhere aimed at restarting negotiations between Iran and the United States. He encouraged all parties to negotiate in good faith, expressing hope that these efforts would lead to a peaceful and durable settlement.