China urged Iran and Israel on Monday to de-escalate their 11-day war, as aerial assaults persisted and Tehran vowed retaliation after U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, threatening global trade routes.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun on Monday urged Iran and Israel to halt their escalating conflict, now in its 11th day, to prevent a broader regional spillover. Intense aerial bombardments continued between the two nations, with Iran launching missiles at Tel Aviv’s Ramat Aviv area on June 22, 2025, injuring at least 16 people. Guo called for a political resolution to avoid disrupting key trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
The conflict intensified after U.S. warplanes struck three Iranian nuclear sites with bunker-buster bombs over the weekend. Tehran vowed retaliation, raising fears of further escalation. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged China on Sunday to help deter Iran from closing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade artery, amid heightened tensions.
China emphasized the global economic risks, with Guo noting that stability in the Persian Gulf is vital for international trade. “The international community must make greater efforts to promote de-escalation and prevent regional instability from impacting global economic development,” he said. Beijing’s diplomatic push reflects concerns over the war’s potential to destabilize the region.
Israeli and Iranian forces continued heavy exchanges of fire early Monday, showing no signs of slowing. China’s call for a ceasefire, backed by international concerns, aims to avert a wider conflict with significant economic consequences.
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