# de-escalation
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China Holds High-Level Talks with GCC Envoys, Urges Restraint as Regional Tensions Flare
China’s vice foreign minister met GCC envoys in Beijing on March 11, 2026, as Gulf states seek international support amid escalating regional tensions. Beijing reiterated opposition to unauthorized military strikes, condemned attacks on civilians, and offered to deepen communication to promote ceasefires and prevent further escalation.
Guterres Welcomes Iran–US Talks in Oman as a Chance to Defuse Regional Tensions
UN Secretary‑General António Guterres welcomed the resumption of Iran–US talks hosted by Oman on 6 February, urging peaceful resolution of disputes under the UN Charter. The meetings are a modest but meaningful step to reduce regional tensions, though outcomes remain uncertain given domestic and regional constraints.
Cambodia Protests Thai Military’s New Border Measures, Warns They Undermine De‑escalation
Cambodia has protested Thai military moves near the shared border—including the placement of barbed wire in the Temoda area—saying they undermine a Dec. 27, 2025 joint statement to de‑escalate tensions and hinder refugee returns. Phnom Penh urged Thailand to implement the joint statement fully; Bangkok has not responded publicly.