March 2, 2026

China’s foreign ministry supports Iran’s sovereignty, condemns U.S. and Israeli strikes as inconsistent with UN Charter

China has publicly condemned the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian territory, stressing that the military operation lacked authorization from the UN Security Council and violated the fundamental principles of international law.

China’s foreign ministry supports Iran’s sovereignty, condemns U.S. and Israeli strikes as inconsistent with UN Charter

TL;DR

  • China condemns U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, deeming them unauthorized by the UN Security Council and in violation of international law.
  • Beijing supports the sovereignty of Persian Gulf countries, including Iran, and calls for an immediate halt to hostilities.
  • China highlights the risk of large-scale regional escalation and potential harm to the global economy.
  • The country is ready to cooperate with international institutions to de-escalate tensions and maintain Middle East stability.
  • China confirms one Chinese national was killed by an airstrike in Tehran and has evacuated over 3,000 citizens from Iran.
  • The U.S. and Israel view their strikes as self-defense and preemptive measures against Iran's nuclear and missile programs.
  • Russia, the EU, and the UN have also expressed condemnation or called for restraint.

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