US EditionChina urges immediate ceasefire after US, Israel strike Iran
China condemned US-Israel strikes killing Iran's leader, called for ceasefire and dialogue, and urged evacuation of Chinese citizens; 555 killed in Iran so far, Iranian Red Crescent reported.
- On March 1, 2026, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs called for an immediate ceasefire and urged all sides to avoid escalation and resume dialogue after United States and Israel struck Iran.
- The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday, with state media reporting Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei was killed in the operation.
- Flight disruptions and cancellations followed the strikes, while Cathay Group suspended Middle East operations affecting Dubai, Riyadh, and Al Maktoum International Airport; China's embassy in Israel urged citizens to evacuate via the Taba border crossing and leave Iran using four land routes.
- In a Sunday readout, Beijing warned the fighting had spread across the Persian Gulf and could push the Middle East toward a dangerous abyss, while Xinhua criticised the attack as aggression breaching United Nations Charter principles.
- With strong economic ties to Iran, China buys more than 80 per cent of Tehran’s oil exports at a discount, analysts say the strikes threaten China’s energy security but military support is unlikely.
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By HUIZHONG WU and KEN MORITSUGU BEIJING (AP) — On the day the United States and Israel attacked Iran, China waited several hours before taking its first official stance. It said it was “deeply concerned” and called for an immediate halt to military operations and the resumption of dialogue. The next day, Foreign Minister Wang Yi condemned the attacks as unacceptable and again called for more talks. There was no indication of direct intervention…
Chinese spokesman Mao Ning calls for an immediate end to the US and Israel aggression against Iran and a resumption of negotiations on the Persian nuclear programme, highlighting China's respect for the peaceful use of nuclear energy.
China Sends Veiled Warning to US And Israel, Backs Iran’s Sovereignty Amid Escalating Conflict
China's commitment to Iran's sovereignty and security was highlighted, along with the importance of Chinese nationals' safety in Iran, marking a significant diplomatic step in West Asian geopolitics.
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