China: US Sanctions, Pressure on Iran Not a Solution

China has asserted that sanctions and pressure imposed by the United States will not lead to a resolution of the conflict in West Asia. This statement comes after Washington urged global governments, including Beijing, to join efforts in economically isolating Iran.

The U.S. had previously threatened to bring down the Iranian regime through a campaign of economic pressure. Tehran, in response, characterized these measures as economic terrorism that is bound to fail, occurring nearly six months after the conflict between the two nations began.

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China urges all relevant parties to take responsible steps and resolve issues through political and diplomatic means.

Responding to U.S. President Donald Trump's threats, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated that sanctions and pressure are counterproductive. "China urges all relevant parties to take responsible steps and resolve issues through political and diplomatic means," Jian told reporters.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had defended Trump's strategy of increasing economic pressure on Tehran. When questioned about potential U.S. pressure on China to participate, Bessent indicated that many discussions are best held privately but urged Beijing's involvement. Jian reiterated the need for all parties to act responsibly to end the war, directly addressing Bessent's remarks. "China opposes illegal unilateral sanctions that lack a basis in international law and UN Security Council approval," he added.

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China opposes illegal unilateral sanctions that lack a basis in international law and UN Security Council approval.