China calls for lasting calm in escalating US-Iran crisis
Beijing urged Washington and Tehran to preserve diplomatic engagement as negotiations aimed at ending the US-Iran conflict gained momentum. Chinese officials warned against renewed escalation and emphasized that a political settlement remains the only viable path for regional stability across the Middle East and neighboring countries.
China on Monday called on the United States and Iran to continue diplomatic engagement and avoid renewed escalation as international efforts to end the ongoing conflict between Washington and Tehran showed signs of progress. Speaking in Beijing, Chinese officials said maintaining dialogue was essential to preventing a wider regional crisis affecting the Middle East, the Gulf and global energy markets.Beijing backs political solution
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said the confrontation between the US and Iran “should never have happened” and stressed that continued tensions would benefit no side. Addressing reporters in the Chinese capital, Mao underlined Beijing’s support for negotiations and urged both governments to remain committed to de-escalation through diplomacy and consultation.
Diplomatic contacts intensify
The comments came as indirect talks between Tehran and Washington continued following months of military tensions and retaliatory strikes. According to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, negotiations could produce developments “as early as today,” signaling possible movement toward a broader agreement designed to formally end hostilities.
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US President Donald Trump also held discussions with regional leaders over the weekend regarding mediation efforts tied to the Iran conflict. Trump stated that a framework agreement had been “largely negotiated,” although final approval and implementation were still pending.
Regional tensions remain fragile
Despite the temporary ceasefire that took effect in April, the region remains on alert after months of attacks involving Iran, Israel and US-linked targets in the Gulf. Pakistan previously helped mediate a ceasefire agreement on April 8, creating space for renewed diplomatic outreach between the two sides.
The conflict, which began on Feb. 28 following coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, triggered retaliatory action from Tehran, including attacks aimed at Israel and American allies in the Gulf region. Iran also moved to disrupt shipping activity near the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic route critical to global oil supplies and international trade.
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