China reaffirms commitment to Iran amidst attack on Israel
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi reassured Iran of continued cooperation across various domains, underscoring the resilience of their bilateral ties despite Tehran's recent offensive against Israel.
During a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amirabdollahian, Wang expressed China's readiness to bolster practical collaboration and enhance the overall development of Sino-Iranian relations.
The Foreign Ministry in Beijing issued a statement quoting Wang's acknowledgment of Iran's assertion that its military actions were defensive and limited in nature. Wang emphasized China's confidence in Iran's ability to manage the situation effectively, thus averting further destabilization.
Wang's remarks serve as a diplomatic gesture of support for Iran in the aftermath of its missile and drone strike on Israel, which raised concerns of escalating tensions in the region. Tehran justified its offensive as retaliation for an attack on its embassy compound in Syria, resulting in the deaths of senior Iranian military figures. Notably, this marked the first instance of Iran launching an attack on Israel from its own territory.
Meanwhile, in response to Iran's actions, the US House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed legislation targeting China's procurement of Iranian crude oil. This move is part of a broader legislative initiative aimed at addressing Iran's recent actions.
Last year, Chinese leader Xi Jinping vowed to deepen ties after meeting Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Beijing.
Furthermore, China played a crucial role in facilitating a landmark agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia to ease longstanding diplomatic tensions between the regional rivals. Additionally, China's efforts to expand the BRICS bloc, which it aims to lead, saw Iran becoming a member at the beginning of 2024, further highlighting the evolving dynamics of international relations in the Middle East and beyond.
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