Beijing calls for rationality and moderation after new Iran-U.S. attacks

China has called for "rationality and moderation" from all parties involved in the escalating conflict in the Middle East, urging them to preserve the "hard-won" ceasefire. The plea came after the United States and Iran exchanged new attacks.

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maintain rationality and moderation

Lin Jian, spokesperson for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stressed the importance of preventing further escalation and, particularly, avoiding the expansion of hostilities that could harm civilians. He stated that the legitimate rights and interests of Iran, as well as the security of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, must be respected. China urged for the swift restoration of safe and normal transit through the vital waterway.

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that the conflict does not intensify again and, in particular, that hostilities do not expand and cause casualties among the civilian population.

"The parties involved must act in the same direction and manage the situation properly," Lin added, expressing China's concern over the renewed military conflict. The exchange of attacks, the third consecutive, occurred after U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly reactivated a naval blockade on Iran and threatened severe repercussions. The tit-for-tat strikes have broken a ceasefire agreement previously reached.

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The parties involved must act in the same direction and manage the situation properly.