WEB DESK: On Sunday, both China and Russia issued strong condemnations of the United States’ recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear installations, describing the actions as “irresponsible” and a severe breach of international norms.
China’s foreign ministry expressed its firm opposition, stating that the attacks “increase tensions across the Middle East.” The ministry called on all involved parties, especially Israel, to implement an immediate ceasefire. in the day, President Donald Trump announced that U.S. military aircraft had targeted three Iranian nuclear sites, marking a significant escalation as Washington appears to be aligning more closely with Israel’s stance against Tehran in what is seen as a volatile regional conflictIran’s foreign minister responded later, asserting that both the U.S. and Israel had “crossed a major red line,” and emphasize Dthat Iran would take necessary measures to defend itself.
Beijing’s foreign ministry, along with Moscow and several Arab nations, voiced their disapproval of the U.S. airstrikes. Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, reiterated that “a ceasefire between Iran and Israel is the highest priority.” Xi also emphasized that “military force is not the appropriate way to settle international disputes,” according to official statements.
Russia echoed China’s stance, condemning the U.S. actions and describing them as “irresponsible” and a “significant violation of international law.” The Russian foreign ministry warned that the strikes could trigger a dangerous escalation, threatening regional and global stability.
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